Richard is King. A monarch ordained by God to lead his people. But he is also a man of very human weakness. A man whose vanity threatens to divide the great houses of England and drag his people into a dynastic civil war t... more »hat will last 100 years. Royal Shakespeare Company Artistic Director Gregory Doran directs David Tennant in the title role of 'a definitive production of a great play' (Daily Mail).
First release in a new partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Starring distinguished TV, Film and Theatre actor David Tennant whose credits range from Doctor Who to Hamlet at the RSC.
Production directed by Gregory Doran 'one of the great Shakespearians of his generation' The Sunday Times
Extra features: David Tennant interview, Director's commentary and a cast gallery.
'David Tennant gives a bravado performance of a multi-layered, complex and intelligent medieval king in Shakespeare's masterful history play.' --The Daily Express
'Gregory Doran's exceptional production is a rousing triumph.' --The Observer
'Michael Pennington is little short of magnificent as John of Gaunt.' --The Daily Telegraph« less