The Lion in Winter

1183 A.D.: King Henry II's three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won't commit to a choice. When he allows his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine out for a Christmas visit, they all variously plot to force him into a ...

Director

Anthony Harvey

Writer

James Goldman

Released

30 Oct 1968

Country

United Kingdom

Awards

Won 3 Oscars. 16 wins & 18 nominations total