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King Lear

King Lear

King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter the old man in return for favor, he banishes her and turns for support to his remaining daughters. But Goneril and Regan have no love for him and instead plot to take all his power from him. In a parallel, Lear's loyal courtier Gloucester favors his illegitimate son Edmund after being told lies about his faithful son Edgar. Madness and tragedy befall both ill-starred fathers.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: King Lear
  • Genres: Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 2008-08-06
  • Runtime: 150 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (13 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Richard Price TV Associates Ltd.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.8743
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

as King Lear

Romola Garai

Romola Garai

as Cordelia

Monica Dolan

Monica Dolan

as Regan

Sylvester McCoy

Sylvester McCoy

as The Fool

Philip Winchester

Philip Winchester

as Edmund

Peter Hinton

Peter Hinton

as Duke of Burgundy

Jonathan Hyde

Jonathan Hyde

as Earl of Kent

Frances Barber

Frances Barber

as Goneril

William Gaunt

William Gaunt

as Earl of Gloucester

Julian Harries

Julian Harries

as Duke of Albany

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Lear?

King Lear is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2008-08-06.

Who are the main actors in King Lear?

The main cast includes Ian McKellen, Romola Garai, Monica Dolan, Sylvester McCoy, Philip Winchester, .

Where can I watch King Lear online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if King Lear is available.

Is King Lear based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of King Lear?

King Lear has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 13 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of King Lear?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for King Lear?

The soundtrack was composed by Richard Price TV Associates Ltd.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was King Lear filmed?

King Lear was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is King Lear?

The total runtime of King Lear is 150 minutes.

Is King Lear suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to King Lear?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to King Lear.

Does King Lear have a post-credit scene?

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