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King Lear

Drama • TV Movie • 2018 • 1h 55m

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RATING★ 3.0

RUNTIME1h 55m

LANGUAGEEN

STATUSReleased

📺 Where to Watch

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Amazon Prime Video

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📖 Synopsis

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

🎥 Production Details

Release Status: Released
Genres: Drama, TV Movie
Director: Richard Eyre
Original Language: EN

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❓ 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 Richard Eyre.
When was King Lear released?: King Lear was released on May 28, 2018.
How long is King Lear?: King Lear has a runtime of 1h 55m.
Where can I track King Lear?: You can track King Lear on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS & Android. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends. King Lear is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the US.

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