The Lion in Winter

1968 · directed by Anthony Harvey

Rating

82/100

Hit

yes

Christmas 1183, Angevin Empire: King Henry II plans to announce his successor to the throne. Jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has three sons and wants his boy Prince John to take over. Henry's wife, Queen Eleanor, believes their son Prince Richard should be king. As family and various schemers gather for the holiday, each tries to make the indecisive king choose their option.

The Lion in Winter (1968), directed by Anthony Harvey, rates 82/100 — a hit. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

Cast

• Peter O'Toole
• Katharine Hepburn
• Anthony Hopkins
• Timothy Dalton

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