Embassy Pictures released The Lion In Winter on October 30, 1968. Anthony Harvey directed the film starring Peter O’Toole, Katharine Hepburn, and Anthony Hopkins.

‘The Lion In Winter’ Plot Summary

During Christmas time in 1183, King Henry II plans on announcing his successor to the throne. However, there’s a lot of people looking to take over the crown, though. Henry has three sons, but wants his son Prince John to ascend the throne. However, his wife, Queen Eleanor, has other ideas. She wants their son Prince Richard to be King. As family and other schemers gather for the holiday, each one tries to change King’s mind.

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