National Theatre Live: King Lear (2014)
An aged king decides to divide his kingdom between his three daughters, according to which of them is most eloquent in praising him. His favourite, Cordelia, says nothing. Simon Russell Beale, whose recent appearances at the National include Timon of Athens and Collaborators, takes the title role in Shakespeare’s tragedy.
Released: May 01, 2014
Runtime: 205 minutes
Genre: Drama
Stars: Simon Russell Beale, Kate Fleetwood, Anna Maxwell Martin, Olivia Vinall, Richard Clothier, Michael Nardone
Crew: William Shakespeare (Theatre Play), Paddy Cunneen (Music), Sam Mendes (Stage Director), Robin Lough (Director)