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2018•227 min•Drama

National Theatre Live: King Lear

Is National Theatre Live: King Lear a Hit or Flop?

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Is National Theatre Live: King Lear worth watching? With a rating of 8.1/10, this Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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National Theatre Live: King Lear Synopsis

Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy ever written, King Lear sees two ageing fathers – one a King, one his courtier – reject the children who truly love them. Their blindness unleashes a tornado of pitiless ambition and treachery, as family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with bitter ends.

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Top Cast

Ian McKellen
Ian McKellenKing Lear
Sinéad Cusack
Sinéad CusackKent
Danny Webb
Danny WebbGloucester
Kirsty Bushell
Kirsty BushellRegan
James Corrigan
James CorriganEdmund
Lloyd Hutchinson
Lloyd HutchinsonFool
Claire Price
Claire PriceGoneril
Luke Thompson
Luke ThompsonEdgar
Anita-Joy Uwajeh
Anita-Joy UwajehCordelia
Richard Clews
Richard ClewsGentleman Informer / Old Man

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Is National Theatre Live: King Lear worth watching?

Yes, National Theatre Live: King Lear is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 8.1/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Drama movies.

Is National Theatre Live: King Lear hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (8.1/10), National Theatre Live: King Lear is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is National Theatre Live: King Lear?

National Theatre Live: King Lear is a Drama movie that Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy ever written, King Lear sees two ageing fathers – one a King, one his courtier – reject the children who...

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