Overview
King Henry's health is failing as a second rebellion against his reign threatens to surface. Intent on securing his legacy, he is uncertain that his son Hal is a worthy heir, believing him more concerned with earthly pleasures than the responsibility of rule. Sir John Falstaff is sent to the country side to recruit fresh troops. Amongst the unwitting locals opportunities for embezzlement and profiteering prove impossible to resist - as the king's health continues to worsen, Hal must choose between duty, and loyalty to an old friend.
Director and cast
- Antony Sher as Sir John Falstaff
- Alex Hassell as Prince Hal
- Jasper Britton as King Henry IV
- Luca Saraceni-Gunner as Page
- Martin Bassindale as Peto/Prince John/Snare
- Antony Byrne as Rumour/Porter/Pistol
- Sean Chapman as Northumberland
- Oliver Ford Davies as Shallow
- Daniel Abbott as Travers/Clarence/Francis
- Nicholas Gerard-Martin as Hastings/Feeble/Davy
Comments
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