King Lear (1953)

7.5/10 • 82 min • TV Movie History Drama

Overview

In this abridged television production, Lear vows revenge against his conniving daughters after they try to take swift control of his power.

Cast

Orson Welles

Natasha Parry

Arnold Moss

Bramwell Fletcher

David J. Stewart

Margaret Phillips

Beatrice Straight

Alan Badel

Micheál Mac Liammóir

Frederick Worlock

Earl of Gloucester

Scott Forbes

Duke of Cornwall

Wesley Addy

Fred Sadoff

Duke of Burgundy

Lloyd Bochner

First Gentleman

Alistair Cooke

Peter Brook

Self – Director

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