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1979 Certificate U
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In 1978, the BBC set itself the task of filming all of William Shakespeare's plays for television. The resulting productions, renowned for their loyalty to the text, utilised the best theatrical and television directors and brought great performances from leading contemporary actors. Prince Hal's father figures are ageing. .. Read more

Starring David Gwillim, Michele Dotrice, Jon Finch
Director David Giles
Genres Drama, Television

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Henry IV - Part Two

In 1978, the BBC set itself the task of filming all of William Shakespeare's plays for television. The resulting productions, renowned for their loyalty to the text, utilised the best theatrical and television directors and brought great performances from leading contemporary actors. Prince Hal's father figures are ageing. While the King frets about the Prince's lifestyle, Falstaff continues to make merry. But there are serious matters afoot. Prince John has to lead the King's army against an uprising and Hal is forced to reassess his attitude to responsibility as his father grows increasingly sick. Retaining the same cast and director as Part One, this production charts the transformation of the Prince

Starring David Gwillim, Michele Dotrice, Jon Finch
Director David Giles
Studio FREMANTLE HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Run time DVD: 2 hrs 30 mins
Certificate Certificate U
Genres Drama, Television
Language DVD: English
Hearing-impaired English
Subtitles DVD: English
Released Production year: 1979

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DVD: 15 May 2006

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    • Henry IV - Part Two
      In 1978, the BBC set itself the task of filming all of William Shakespeare's plays for television. The resulting productions, renowned for their loyalty to the text, utilised the best theatrical and television directors and brought great performances from leading contemporary actors. Prince Hal's ...