The Lion in Winter

About The Lion in Winter

Christmas 1183, Angevin Empire: King Henry II plans to announce his successor to the throne. Jockeying for the crown, though, is complex.

The Lion in Winter (1968) is a history film directed by Anthony Harvey. Peter O'Toole takes the lead as Henry II, Katharine Hepburn as Eleanor of Aquitaine, Anthony Hopkins as Richard, and John Castle as Geoffrey.

Released in August 1968, it runs 134 minutes. Written by James Goldman. The story is adapted from a stage production.

Shelv files it under england, france, castle, and king. American members can watch it on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Howdy Amazon Channel, and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel. It scores 7.4 out of 10 from 423 TMDB voters and it carries a PG rating.

The Other Boleyn Girl, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Tale of Tales make useful companions to The Lion in Winter, all filed under mistress.