Britannicus
Synopsis
Emperor Claudius had a son, Britannicus, before marrying Agrippina and adopting her son Nero, born of a previous marriage. Nero succeeded Claudius and ruled the Empire. Despite his reign, Nero decides to free himself from his mother's yoke and take revenge on Britannicus, the brother who has everything and whom he envies.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Kerchbron
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Racine
- Original Title
- Britannicus
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Radio-Télévision Française
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Kerchbron
Jean Racine
Jacques Lemare
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Kerchbron
Director
Jacques Lemare
Director of Photography
Jean Racine
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Britannicus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Britannicus about?
Emperor Claudius had a son, Britannicus, before marrying Agrippina and adopting her son Nero, born of a previous marriage. Nero succeeded Claudius and ruled the Empire. Despite his reign, Nero decides to free himself from his mother's yoke and take revenge on Britannicus, the brother who has everything and whom he envies.
Who directed Britannicus?
Britannicus was directed by Jean Kerchbron.
Who stars in Britannicus?
The principal cast of Britannicus includes Daniel Ivernel, Roger Mollien, Marguerite Jamois, François Chaumette, William Sabatier.
When was Britannicus released and how long is it?
Britannicus was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.