The Chronicle History of King Henry the Fifth with His Battell Fought at Agincourt in France

Oct 28 1945 Approved 2h 17m
Biography, Drama, History

In the midst of the Hundred Years' War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.

Plot

In the inspired Olivier concept, Shakespeare's play begins as a performance in the Globe Theatre, shifting in broad cinematic terms to an epic narrative of Henry V, who had developed from a dissolute youth to a purposeful monarch. Proving his ability as a soldier and skillful leader, he unites the dissident factions in the English army and goes on to crush the French, against enormous odds, at Agincourt. Arranging a treaty with the French court, he woos Princess Katharine to whom he is formally betrothed as part of the peace agreement.

Written by

William Shakespeare, Laurence Olivier, Dallas Bower

Directed by

Laurence Olivier

Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Two Cities Films

Languages

English, Français

Awards

Nominated for 4 Oscars. 9 wins & 6 nominations total

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