The Lion in Winter

The Lion in Winter (2003)

EndedScripted showDrama, History

All of Britain and half of France were his kingdom. But there was one thing Henry II would never control... His Family.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 22:00 (100 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Part IIDec 26, 2003
S01E01Part IDec 26, 2003
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Lion in Winter' premiere?

'The Lion in Winter' premiered on May 18, 2003.

Who directed 'The Lion in Winter'?

Andrei Konchalovsky directed 'The Lion in Winter'.

Who played the character of King Henry II in 'The Lion in Winter'?

Patrick Stewart portrayed King Henry II in 'The Lion in Winter'.

Who played the character of Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine in 'The Lion in Winter'?

Glenn Close played Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine in 'The Lion in Winter'.

What is the setting of 'The Lion in Winter'?

'The Lion in Winter' is set in the 12th century.

What is the plot of 'The Lion in Winter'?

'The Lion in Winter' follows the intense power struggle between King Henry II and his wife, Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, as they vie for control of their empire.

Who played the character of Richard the Lionheart in 'The Lion in Winter'?

Rafe Spall portrayed Richard the Lionheart in 'The Lion in Winter'.

Who played the character of Prince John in 'The Lion in Winter'?

Andrew Howard played Prince John in 'The Lion in Winter'.

Who played the character of Alais Capet in 'The Lion in Winter'?

Julia Vysotskaya portrayed Alais Capet in 'The Lion in Winter'.

What is the genre of 'The Lion in Winter'?

'The Lion in Winter' is a historical drama.

How many episodes are there in 'The Lion in Winter'?

'The Lion in Winter' is a television film and does not have episodes.

What awards did 'The Lion in Winter' receive?

'The Lion in Winter' won several awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Made for Television Movie.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'The Lion in Winter'?

James Goldman wrote the screenplay for 'The Lion in Winter'.

Is 'The Lion in Winter' based on a true story?

Yes, 'The Lion in Winter' is loosely based on historical events and characters.

Where was 'The Lion in Winter' filmed?

'The Lion in Winter' was filmed in Hungary.

What is the runtime of 'The Lion in Winter'?

'The Lion in Winter' has a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 47 minutes.

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