The Lion in Winter (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1968, The Lion in Winter is a drama and history film directed by Anthony Harvey, running about 134 minutes. “What family doesn’t have its ups and downs?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Henry II and his estranged queen battle over the choice of an heir.
Who’s in it. The Lion in Winter stars Peter O'Toole as Henry II, Katharine Hepburn as Eleanor of Aquitaine, Anthony Hopkins as Richard and John Castle as Geoffrey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Lion in Winter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lion in Winter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion in Winter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lion in Winter (1968)?
- In US, The Lion in Winter is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lion in Winter worth watching?
- The Lion in Winter holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lion in Winter?
- The Lion in Winter stars Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle and Nigel Terry.
- When was The Lion in Winter released?
- The Lion in Winter was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.