King Lear
2016, English. Directed by Michael Buffong.
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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- 3h 0m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 11 July 2016
- Country
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King Lear runs 180 minutes (3h 0m).
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What movies are like King Lear?
If you liked King Lear, try Eleanor the Great, Resurrecting the Champ, Blue Chips.
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear (2016) was directed by Michael Buffong and stars Don Warrington, Alfred Enoch, Miltos Yerolemou.