Henry V

– Gritty adaption of William Shakespeare's play about the English King's bloody conquest of France...

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.60 / 10
Duration:
2 Hours and 17 Minutes
Release Year:
1989
Henry V (1989)

Gritty adaption of William Shakespeare's play about the English King's bloody conquest of France.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
UK
Filming Locations:
Release Date:

08 Nov 1989

Language:

English, French

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG-13 – Parents Strongly Cautioned

Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.

Director:

Kenneth Branagh

Writer:

William Shakespeare (by), Kenneth Branagh (adapted for the screen by)

Main Actors:

Derek Jacobi, Kenneth Branagh, Simon Shepherd, James Larkin

Plot:

King Henry V of England is insulted by the King of France. As a result, he leads his army into battle against France. Along the way, the young king must struggle with the sinking morale of his troops and his own inner doubts. The war culminates at the bloody Battle of Agincourt.

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. Another 9 wins & 13 nominations.

Production:

MGM Home Entertainment

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
100%
Metacritic:
83%