RSC Live: King John (2021)

Name: RSC Live: King John
Genre: Drama
Released: 2021
Duration: 152 min
Rating: 8.0
Cast: Rosie Sheehy, Bridgitta Roy, Gianni Saraceni-Gunner, Charlotte Randle, Nadi Kemp-Sayfi

2h 32m

Drama

Plot

Amidst chaos and political intrigue, King John struggles to secure his reign after the death of his brother, Richard the Lionheart. Surrounded by threats from European rivals, disloyal noblemen, and his own kin, John will go to any lengths to maintain his power. Shakespeare’s lesser-known narrative of a fractious kingdom is brought to life in a striking new production directed by Eleanor Rhode, marking her first venture at the RSC. This adaptation resonates powerfully with contemporary audiences, highlighting timeless themes of ambition and betrayal.

Cast

Rosie Sheehy Bridgitta Roy Gianni Saraceni-Gunner Charlotte Randle Nadi Kemp-Sayfi Zara Ramm Zed Josef Michael Abubakar John Cummins Corey Montague-Sholay Ali Gadema Tom McCall David Birrell Brian Martin Nicholas Gerard-Martin

RSC Live: King John (2021)

Plot

Cast

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