The Tragedy of King Richard II

Synopsis

The Tragedy of King Richard II, by William Shakespeare. The actions and repercussions of a proud King, whose vanity and selfishness lead to his downfall.

Details

Director

Toby Robertson, Richard Cottrell

Release

July 30, 1970

Status

Released

Country

United Kingdom

Network

BBC

Runtime

2h 2m

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Where to watch

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Cast

• 
  Ian McKellen

  King Richard II
• 
  Timothy West

  Henry Bolingbroke
• 
  Robert Eddison

  Duke of York
• 
  Paul Hardwick

  John of Gaunt
• 
  Peggy Thorpe-Bates

  Duchess of York
• Trevor Martin

  Earl of Northumberland
• 
  Andrew Crawford

  Bishop of Carlisle
• 
  James Laurenson

  Sir Pierce of Exton
• 
  Lucy Fleming

  Queen Isabella
• Charmian Eyre

  Duchess of Gloucester / Lady-in-waiting
• Terence Wilton

  Duke of Aumerle
• 
  Stephen Greif

  Thomas Mowbray, Duke of Norfolk / Welsh Captain

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