King Lear
Synopsis
Don Warrington stars as the tragic monarch in this acclaimed version of the Shakespeare play recorded at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Buffong
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- King Lear
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 0m
- Production Studios
- Lear the Film, Royal Exchange Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Buffong
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Buffong
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About King Lear
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is King Lear about?
Don Warrington stars as the tragic monarch in this acclaimed version of the Shakespeare play recorded at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Michael Buffong.
Who stars in King Lear?
The principal cast of King Lear includes Don Warrington, Alfred Enoch, Miltos Yerolemou, Rakie Ayola, Fraser Ayres.
When was King Lear released and how long is it?
King Lear was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 3h 0m.