Directed by:
Peter GlenvilleCinematography:
Geoffrey UnsworthComposer:
Laurence RosenthalCast:
Richard Burton, Peter O'Toole, John Gielgud, Donald Wolfit, Martita Hunt, Percy Herbert, Siân Phillips, Felix Aylmer, Gino Cervi, Paolo Stoppa, Pamela Brown (more)VOD (3)
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For the first time in more than 40 years, experience two of the greatest actors of our time in one of the most honored motion pictures in history. Peter O'Toole delivers an electrifying performance as the mischievous Henry II, who surprises England by naming his fellow rogue and trusted valet Thomas Becket (Richard Burton) as Chancellor. But when Henry next appoints him Archbishop of Canterbury, Becket shocks the world by openly defying the King with his newfound faith and compassion. Will a desperate ruler now destroy a beloved friend to save his splintering kingdom? (official distributor synopsis)
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