
An ageing monarch confronts a kingdom torn apart as his youngest daughter's love is rejected, setting off a spiral of betrayal and madness. As Lear's world collapses, his longstanding beliefs are challenged. This iconic tragedy delves into fundamental human concerns—love and duty, power and loss, good and evil—offering a profound exploration of the human condition.
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Explore the complete cast of National Theatre Live: King Lear, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

Alec Newman
Edmund

Paul Jesson
Earl of Gloucester

Ron Cook
The Fool

Amit Shah
Oswald

Derek Jacobi
King Lear

Tom Beard
Duke of Albany

Gina McKee
Goneril

Gwilym Lee
Edgar

Stefano Braschi
Duke of Burgundy

Michael Hadley
Earl of Kent

Justine Mitchell
Regan

Pippa Bennett-Warner
Cordelia

Gideon Turner
Duke of Cornwall

Ashley Zhangazha
King of France

Harry Attwell
Gentleman

Derek Hutchinson
Old Servant
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