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King John 1899 Directed by Walter Pfeffer Dando , William K.L. Dickson , ...

Based on Shakespeare's play, Act V, Scene vii: King John is in torment, and his supporters fear that his end is near. As he writhes in agony, he is attended by Prince Henry, the Earl of Pembroke, and Robert Bigot. Prince Henry tries repeatedly to comfort his delirious father, but to no avail - John's pain is too great.

Production Country United Kingdom
Language English
Spoken Language No Language
Release Date 20 September 1899
2 mins