Lady Jane
"Some of the greatest battles are fought with the heart."
Originally released in 1986. Lady Jane is a drama/romance film. directed by Trevor Nunn. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Helena Bonham Carter, Cary Elwes, and John Wood
Synopsis
The death of King Henry VIII throws his kingdom into chaos because of succession disputes. His weak son, Edward, is on his deathbed. Anxious to keep England true to the Reformation, a scheming minister John Dudley marries off his son, Guildford to Lady Jane Grey, whom he places on the throne after Edward dies. At first hostile to each other, Guildford and Jane fall in love, but they cannot withstand the course of power which will lead to their ultimate downfall.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 7, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
2h 22m
142 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (110 votes)
Budget
$8.5M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Helena Bonham Carter
as Lady Jane Grey
Cary Elwes
as Guilford Dudley
John Wood
as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
Patrick Stewart
as Henry Grey, Duke of Suffolk
Joss Ackland
as Sir John Bridges
Michael Hordern
as Dr. Feckenham
Jane Lapotaire
as Princess Mary
Ian Hogg
as Sir John Gates
Pip Torrens
as Thomas
Richard Vernon
as The Marquess of Winchester
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $8,500,000
Production Companies
- Capital Equipment Leasing
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lady Jane about?
The death of King Henry VIII throws his kingdom into chaos because of succession disputes. His weak son, Edward, is on his deathbed. Anxious to keep England true to the Reformation, a scheming mini...
Who directed Lady Jane?
Lady Jane was directed by Trevor Nunn.
How long is Lady Jane?
Lady Jane has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).
When was Lady Jane released?
Lady Jane was released on February 7, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lady Jane?
The main cast of Lady Jane includes Helena Bonham Carter, Cary Elwes, John Wood, Patrick Stewart, Joss Ackland.
Is Lady Jane worth watching?
Lady Jane has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 110 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.