Henry VI Part 1
Synopsis
The life of King Henry the Sixth, in three parts.
Top Cast
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John Benfield
Basset / French Sergeant
Peter Benson
King Henry VI
Brenda Blethyn
Joan La Pucelle
Antony Brown
Duke of Burgundy
David Burke
Duke of Gloucester
Michael Byrne
Duke of Alencon
Paul Chapman
Earl of Suffolk
Ron Cook
Third Messinger to the King / Countess' Porter
Arthur Cox
Mayor of London / Sir John Fastolfe
David Daker
Reignier, Duke of Anjou / Vernon
Brian Deacon
Earl of Somerset
Tenniel Evans
Duke of Bedford / Mortimer, Earl of March / French General
Derek Farr
Earl of Salisbury / Sir William Lucy
Julia Foster
Margaret
Derek Fuke
Talbot's Captain / Servant to Gloucester
Alex Guard
Young John Talbot
Bernard Hill
Duke of York / Master Gunner Of Orleans
Paul Jesson
Second Messenger to King
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jane Howell
- Screenplay & Story
- David Snodin, William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- Dudley Simpson
- Original Title
- Henry VI Part 1
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 8m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jane Howell
David Snodin, William Shakespeare
Dudley Simpson
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Howell
Director
John Peacock
Costume Design
Oliver Bayldon
Production Design
Dudley Simpson
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Henry VI Part 1.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Henry VI Part 1
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Henry VI Part 1 about?
The life of King Henry the Sixth, in three parts.
Who directed Henry VI Part 1?
Henry VI Part 1 was directed by Jane Howell.
Who stars in Henry VI Part 1?
The principal cast of Henry VI Part 1 includes John Benfield, Peter Benson, Brenda Blethyn, Antony Brown, David Burke.
When was Henry VI Part 1 released and how long is it?
Henry VI Part 1 was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 3h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Henry VI Part 1?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Henry VI Part 1 was composed by Dudley Simpson.