Richard III
"Conscience is a word that cowards use."
Originally released in 1955. Richard III is a drama/history film. directed by Laurence Olivier. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Laurence Olivier, Cedric Hardwicke, and Nicholas Hannen
Synopsis
Having helped his brother King Edward IV take the throne of England, the jealous hunchback Richard, Duke of Gloucester, plots to seize power for himself. Masterfully deceiving and plotting against nearly everyone in the royal court, including his eventual wife, Lady Anne, and his brother George, Duke of Clarence, Richard orchestrates a bloody rise to power before finding all his gains jeopardized by those he betrayed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 13, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
2h 35m
155 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (96 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Laurence Olivier
as Richard III
Cedric Hardwicke
as King Edward IV of England
Nicholas Hannen
as Archbishop
Ralph Richardson
as Duke of Buckingham
John Gielgud
as George, Duke of Clarence
Mary Kerridge
as Queen Elizabeth
Pamela Brown
as Jane Shore
Paul Huson
as Edward, Prince of Wales
Claire Bloom
as The Lady Anne
Wallace Bosco
as Monk
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- London Films Productions
- L.O.P.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard III about?
Having helped his brother King Edward IV take the throne of England, the jealous hunchback Richard, Duke of Gloucester, plots to seize power for himself. Masterfully deceiving and plotting against ...
Who directed Richard III?
Richard III was directed by Laurence Olivier.
How long is Richard III?
Richard III has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).
When was Richard III released?
Richard III was released on December 13, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Richard III?
The main cast of Richard III includes Laurence Olivier, Cedric Hardwicke, Nicholas Hannen, Ralph Richardson, John Gielgud.