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The Wars of the Roses

1965 · 485 min Drama History
8.5 / 10 · TMDB

A 1965 BBC adaptation of William Shakespeare's first historical tetralogy (1 Henry VI, 2 Henry VI, 3 Henry VI and Richard III), which deals with the conflict between the House of Lancaster and the House of York over the throne of England, a conflict known as the Wars of the Roses. It was based on the 1963 theatre adaptation by John Barton, and directed by Peter Hall for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

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Year 1965
Country United Kingdom
Genre Drama, History
Director Robin Midgley
Runtime 485 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.5/10 (2 votes)

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The Wars of the Roses is an exceptional film rated 8.5/10. It ranks among the finest in its genre and is an absolute must-watch for any film lover.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1965. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

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