The Wars of the Roses | Richard III

Richard III

Part 1 of the last of a three-part televised adaptation of Shakespeare’s minor tetralogy (three parts of Henry VI and Richard III). Originally a Royal Shakespeare Company production directed by Peter Hall and John Barton, the four plays were condensed into three screenplays: Henry VI, Edward IV and Richard III.

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  • Type: Plays
  • Channel: BBC One
  • Duration: 1'21'00''
  • Broadcast date: 1965
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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The Wars of the Roses | Richard III - Part 1

The Wars of the Roses | Richard III - Part 1

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