King Lear movie poster

King Lear

December 17, 1916 1h 3m 4.4/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1916. King Lear is a drama film. directed by Ernest C. Warde. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Frederick Warde, Lorraine Huling, and Ernest C. Warde

Synopsis

An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 17, 1916 109 years ago
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Runtime 1h 3m 63 minutes total
User Rating 4.4/10 Mixed (7 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Thanhouser Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Lear about?

An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.

Who directed King Lear?

King Lear was directed by Ernest C. Warde.

How long is King Lear?

King Lear has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).

When was King Lear released?

King Lear was released on December 17, 1916 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in King Lear?

The main cast of King Lear includes Frederick Warde, Lorraine Huling, Ernest C. Warde, Wayne Arey, J.H. Gilmour.