King Lear (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1983, King Lear is a drama and tv movie film directed by Michael Elliott, running about 158 minutes.
What it’s about. An aging King invites disaster when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters and rejects his one loving, but honest one.
Who’s in it. King Lear stars Laurence Olivier as King Lear, John Hurt as The Fool, Brian Cox as Burgundy and Dorothy Tutin as Goneril, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, King Lear has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King Lear page.
If you liked it. Fans of King Lear tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King Lear (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King Lear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King Lear worth watching?
- King Lear holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in King Lear?
- King Lear stars Laurence Olivier, John Hurt, Brian Cox, Dorothy Tutin and Anna Calder-Marshall.
- When was King Lear released?
- King Lear was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 158 minutes.