The Lion in Winter

Name: The Lion in Winter
Genre: Drama, History, Biography
Released: 1968-10-30
Duration: 2 h 14 min
Rating: 7.9

King Henry II's sons vie for the throne, but he refuses to choose a successor. During a Christmas visit, his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine is temporarily released, leading his sons to devise separate plans to pressure him into making a decision.

In 1183, King Henry II prepares to name his successor, sparking a complex power struggle. With three sons, Henry favors Prince John, but his wife Queen Eleanor advocates for Prince Richard, causing a tense and dramatic holiday gathering.

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