RSC Live: King Lear

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RSC Live: King Lear

2016 · 180 min Drama

⭐ 8.0 / 10 · TMDB

King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the wilderness, he is left to confront the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point. Antony Sher plays King Lear, one of the greatest parts written by Shakespeare in this, one of Shakespeare’s most epic and powerful plays.

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RSC Live: King Lear is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

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

Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Antony Sher

Antony Sher

King Lear

Nia Gwynne

Nia Gwynne

Goneril

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Kelly Williams

Regan

Natalie Simpson

Natalie Simpson

Cordelia

Clarence Smith

Clarence Smith

Duke of Albany

James Clyde

James Clyde

Duke of Cornwall

Marcus Griffiths

Marcus Griffiths

King of France / Captain

Theo Ogundipe

Theo Ogundipe

Duke of Burgundy / Herald

Antony Byrne

Antony Byrne

Earl of Kent

David Troughton

David Troughton

Earl of Gloucester

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