Der Löwe im Winter

30 Oct 1968 (USA)

1183 A.D.: King Henry II’s three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won’t commit to a choice. When he allows his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine out for a Christmas visit, they all variously plot to force him into a decision.

1183 A.D.: King Henry II’s three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won’t commit to a choice. When he allows his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine out for a Christmas visit, they all variously plot to force him into a decision.

Director: Anthony Harvey
Writer: James Goldman / James Goldman
Stars: Peter O'Toole / Katharine Hepburn / Anthony Hopkins / John Castle / Nigel Terry
Genre: Biography / Drama / History
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