The Tragedy of King Richard II (1970)

Director: Toby Robertson

The Tragedy of King Richard II, by William Shakespeare. The actions and repercussions of a proud King, whose vanity and selfishness lead to his downfall.

Cast

Ian McKellen

King Richard II

Timothy West

Henry Bolingbroke

Robert Eddison

Duke of York

Paul Hardwick

John of Gaunt

Peggy Thorpe-Bates

Duchess of York

Trevor Martin

Earl of Northumberland

Andrew Crawford

Bishop of Carlisle

James Laurenson

Sir Pierce of Exton

Lucy Fleming

Queen Isabella

Charmian Eyre

Duchess of Gloucester / Lady-in-waiting