King Lear
Synopsis
Captured live at the Almeida Theatre in November 2012. An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Attenborough
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- King Lear
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- Almeida Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Attenborough
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Attenborough
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About King Lear
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What is King Lear about?
Captured live at the Almeida Theatre in November 2012. An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Michael Attenborough.
Who stars in King Lear?
The principal cast of King Lear includes Jonathan Pryce, Clive Wood, Richard Hope, Phoebe Fox, Ian Gelder.
When was King Lear released and how long is it?
King Lear was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.