The Lion in Winter
All of Britain and half of France were his kingdom. But there was one thing Henry II would never control . . . His Family.
5.9
30 votes
2003
2h 47m
Drama
History
TV Movie
Romance
Overview
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.
Directed by Andrei Konchalovsky
Top cast
Details
Status
Released
Release date
December 26, 2003
Budget
—
Revenue
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Language
English
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