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King Lear

King Lear

An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: King Lear
  • Genres: Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 2018-05-28
  • Runtime: 115 minutes
  • Rating: 6.047/10 (96 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Playground Entertainment, Sonia Friedman Productions, BBC, Amazon Studios, Lemaise Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.999
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

as Lear

Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson

as Goneril

Emily Watson

Emily Watson

as Regan

Jim Broadbent

Jim Broadbent

as Earl of Gloucester

Florence Pugh

Florence Pugh

as Cordelia

Jim Carter

Jim Carter

as Earl of Kent

Andrew Scott

Andrew Scott

as Edgar

John Macmillan

John Macmillan

as Edmund

Tobias Menzies

Tobias Menzies

as Duke of Cornwall

Anthony Calf

Anthony Calf

as Duke of Albany

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Trailers & Clips

"Creating the Kingdom"

King Lear - Official Trailer | Prime Video

"King Lear takes command"

King Lear: Official Trailer | Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Emily Watson - BBC

External Links

Keywords

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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 2018-05-28.

Who are the main actors in King Lear?

The main cast includes Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Emily Watson, Jim Broadbent, Florence Pugh, .

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 6.047/10 based on 96 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 Playground Entertainment, Sonia Friedman Productions, BBC, Amazon Studios, Lemaise Pictures. 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 115 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?

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

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