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The Lion in Winter

The Lion in Winter

What family doesn’t have its ups and downs?

Henry II and his estranged queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, battle over the choice of an heir.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Lion in Winter
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1968-08-20
  • Runtime: 134 minutes
  • Rating: 7.4/10 (378 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: AVCO Embassy Pictures, Haworth Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.5947
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Peter O'Toole

Peter O'Toole

as Henry II

Katharine Hepburn

Katharine Hepburn

as Eleanor of Aquitaine

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

as Richard

John Castle

John Castle

as Geoffrey

Nigel Terry

Nigel Terry

as John

Timothy Dalton

Timothy Dalton

as Philip II

Jane Merrow

Jane Merrow

as Alais

Nigel Stock

Nigel Stock

as William Marshall

O.Z. Whitehead

O.Z. Whitehead

as Bishop of Durham

Kenneth Ives

Kenneth Ives

as Queen Eleanor's Guard

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

4K Restoration - Official Trailer

Trailer

The Lion in Winter Wins Adapted Screenplay: 1969 Oscars

The Lion in Winter Wins Original Score: 1969 Oscars

Katharine Hepburn and Barbra Streisand Tie for Best Actress: 1969 Oscars

External Links

Keywords

infidelityfranceenglandqueencastlebased on play or musicalrichard the lionheartunfaithfulnessmistresskingspearhomoeroticismchristmas12th centuryeleanor of aquitainegay theme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lion in Winter?

The Lion in Winter is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1968-08-20.

Who are the main actors in The Lion in Winter?

The main cast includes Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle, Nigel Terry, .

Where can I watch The Lion in Winter online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Lion in Winter is available.

Is The Lion in Winter based on a true story?

What family doesn’t have its ups and downs?

What is the IMDb rating of The Lion in Winter?

The Lion in Winter has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 378 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Lion in Winter?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Lion in Winter?

The soundtrack was composed by AVCO Embassy Pictures, Haworth Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Lion in Winter filmed?

The Lion in Winter was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Lion in Winter?

The total runtime of The Lion in Winter is 134 minutes.

Is The Lion in Winter suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Lion in Winter?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Lion in Winter.

Does The Lion in Winter have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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