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National Theatre Live: King Lear (2018) Plot Summary Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 2018 · 227 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Ross MacGibbon, Jonathan Munby
- Starring
- Ian McKellen, John Vernon, Danny Webb, Richard Clews, Lloyd Hutchinson, Anthony Howell
Considered by many to be Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, this production explores the story of King Lear, who divides his kingdom among his daughters based on their professed love. His rejection of his loyal daughter Cordelia sets in motion a devastating chain of events, unleashing ambition, betrayal, and a fierce struggle for power that tears apart both family and kingdom, leading to tragic consequences for all involved.
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