Henry IV Part 1
Henry Bolingbroke has now been crowned King of England, but faces a rebellion headed by the embittered Earl of Northumberland and his son (nicknamed 'Hotspur'). Henry's son Hal, the Prince of Wales, has thrown over life at court in favour of heavy drinking and petty theft in the company of a debauched elderly knight, Sir John Falstaff. Hal must extricate himself from some legal problems, regain his father's good opinions and help suppress the uprising.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1979 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Drama, History, TV Movie |
| Director | David Giles |
| Runtime | 148 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (3 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Henry IV Part 1 is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1979. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Jon Finch
King Henry IV
David Gwillim
Henry, Prince of Wales
Rob Edwards
Prince John
David Buck
Earl of Westmoreland
Robert Brown
Sir Walter Blunt
Clive Swift
Thomas Percy, Earl of Worcester
Bruce Purchase
Henry Percy
Tim Pigott-Smith
Harry Percy, Hotspur
Robert Morris
Edmund Mortimer
John Cairney
Archibald
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