Henry IV Part 1
Originally released in 1979. Henry IV Part 1 is a drama/history film. directed by David Giles. With a runtime of 2h 28m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jon Finch, David Gwillim, and Rob Edwards
Synopsis
Henry Bolingbroke has now been crowned King of England, but faces a rebellion headed by the embittered Earl of Northumberland and his son (nicknamed 'Hotspur'). Henry's son Hal, the Prince of Wales, has thrown over life at court in favour of heavy drinking and petty theft in the company of a debauched elderly knight, Sir John Falstaff. Hal must extricate himself from some legal problems, regain his father's good opinions and help suppress the uprising.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 9, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 28m
148 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jon Finch
as King Henry IV
David Gwillim
as Henry, Prince of Wales
Rob Edwards
as Prince John
David Buck
as Earl of Westmoreland
Robert Brown
as Sir Walter Blunt
Clive Swift
as Thomas Percy, Earl of Worcester
Bruce Purchase
as Henry Percy
Tim Pigott-Smith
as Harry Percy, Hotspur
Robert Morris
as Edmund Mortimer
John Cairney
as Archibald
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
- Time-Life Television Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry IV Part 1 about?
Henry Bolingbroke has now been crowned King of England, but faces a rebellion headed by the embittered Earl of Northumberland and his son (nicknamed 'Hotspur'). Henry's son Hal, the Prince of Wales...
Who directed Henry IV Part 1?
Henry IV Part 1 was directed by David Giles.
How long is Henry IV Part 1?
Henry IV Part 1 has a runtime of 2 hours and 28 minutes (148 minutes total).
When was Henry IV Part 1 released?
Henry IV Part 1 was released on December 9, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Henry IV Part 1?
The main cast of Henry IV Part 1 includes Jon Finch, David Gwillim, Rob Edwards, David Buck, Robert Brown.