The Winter's Tale
Originally released in 1981. The Winter's Tale is a romance/drama film. directed by Jane Howell. With a runtime of 2h 53m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jeremy Kemp, Robert Stephens, and Anna Calder-Marshall
Synopsis
The jealous King Leontes falsely accuse his wife Hermione of infidelity with his best friend, and she dies. Leontes exiles his newborn daughter Perdita, who is raised by shepherds for sixteen years and falls in love with the son of Leontes' friend. When Perdita returns home, a statue of Hermione "comes to life", and everyone is reconciled.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 53m
173 minutes total
User Rating
9.3/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Time-Life Television Productions
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Winter's Tale about?
The jealous King Leontes falsely accuse his wife Hermione of infidelity with his best friend, and she dies. Leontes exiles his newborn daughter Perdita, who is raised by shepherds for sixteen years...
Who directed The Winter's Tale?
The Winter's Tale was directed by Jane Howell.
How long is The Winter's Tale?
The Winter's Tale has a runtime of 2 hours and 53 minutes (173 minutes total).
When was The Winter's Tale released?
The Winter's Tale was released on February 8, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Winter's Tale?
The main cast of The Winter's Tale includes Jeremy Kemp, Robert Stephens, Anna Calder-Marshall, Margaret Tyzack, David Burke.