King Lear
Jealous love leads to destruction.
A descendant of Shakespeare tries to restore his plays in a world rebuilding itself after the Chernobyl catastrophe obliterates most of human civilization.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: King Lear
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1988-01-22
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (33 votes)
- Budget: $1,000,000
- Revenue: $61,821
- Production Companies: The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.3115
- Languages: French, English, Japanese, Russian
Cast & Crew
Peter Sellars
as William Shakespeare Junior the Fifth
Burgess Meredith
as Don Learo
Julie Delpy
as Virginia
Leos Carax
as Edgar
Molly Ringwald
as Cordelia
Jean-Luc Godard
as Professor Pluggy
Woody Allen
as Mr. Alien (uncredited)
Freddy Buache
as Professor Quentin Kozintsev (uncredited)
Menahem Golan
as Self (voice) (uncredited)
Suzanne Lanza
as (uncredited)
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Trailers & Clips
King Lear - Woody Allen - Peter Sellars - Jean-Luc Godard - 1987 - Trailer - 4K
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Lear?▼
King Lear is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1988-01-22.
Who are the main actors in King Lear?▼
The main cast includes Peter Sellars, Burgess Meredith, Julie Delpy, Leos Carax, Molly Ringwald, .
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?▼
Jealous love leads to destruction.
What is the IMDb rating of King Lear?▼
King Lear has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 33 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of King Lear?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,000,000 and earned $61,821 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for King Lear?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions. 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 90 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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