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National Theatre Live: King Lear

National Theatre Live: King Lear

Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy ever written, King Lear sees two ageing fathers – one a King, one his courtier – reject the children who truly love them. Their blindness unleashes a tornado of pitiless ambition and treachery, as family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with bitter ends.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: National Theatre Live: King Lear
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2018-09-27
  • Runtime: 227 minutes
  • Rating: 8.2/10 (9 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: National Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.397
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

as King Lear

Sinéad Cusack

Sinéad Cusack

as Kent

Danny Webb

Danny Webb

as Gloucester

Kirsty Bushell

Kirsty Bushell

as Regan

James Corrigan

James Corrigan

as Edmund

Lloyd Hutchinson

Lloyd Hutchinson

as Fool

Claire Price

Claire Price

as Goneril

Luke Thompson

Luke Thompson

as Edgar

Anita-Joy Uwajeh

Anita-Joy Uwajeh

as Cordelia

Richard Clews

Richard Clews

as Gentleman Informer / Old Man

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

King Lear | Official Trailer | National Theatre Live

External Links

Keywords

tragedyfilmed theaternt live

Frequently Asked Questions

What is National Theatre Live: King Lear?

National Theatre Live: King Lear is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2018-09-27.

Who are the main actors in National Theatre Live: King Lear?

The main cast includes Ian McKellen, Sinéad Cusack, Danny Webb, Kirsty Bushell, James Corrigan, .

Where can I watch National Theatre Live: King Lear online?

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

Is National Theatre Live: King Lear based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of National Theatre Live: King Lear?

National Theatre Live: King Lear has an IMDb rating of 8.2/10 based on 9 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of National Theatre Live: King Lear?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for National Theatre Live: King Lear?

The soundtrack was composed by National Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was National Theatre Live: King Lear filmed?

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

How long is National Theatre Live: King Lear?

The total runtime of National Theatre Live: King Lear is 227 minutes.

Is National Theatre Live: King Lear suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to National Theatre Live: King Lear?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to National Theatre Live: King Lear.

Does National Theatre Live: King Lear have a post-credit scene?

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