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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III (2018): Cast

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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III is a 2018 historical drama directed by Adam Penford, starring Mark Gatiss as George III, Wilf Scolding and Adrian Scarborough. It runs 2 hours 12 minutes.

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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 12m (132 min)
Director
Adam Penford
Genres
Drama , History
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III About?

The premise of National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III without spoilers.

In 1786, King George III, the most powerful man in the world, begins to display increasingly erratic behavior, succumbing to fits of lunacy. As his mind unravels, ambitious politicians and the scheming Prince of Wales plot to undermine the Crown and expose the vulnerability of the King. The play explores the delicate balance between royal power and the man behind the throne, examining the personal and political turmoil surrounding the monarchy.

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
  • power
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Cast & crew

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III Cast & Characters

Mark Gatiss leads the cast as George III, with Wilf Scolding as Prince of Wales and Adrian Scarborough as Dr Willis. Directed by Adam Penford; 17 actors are credited in all.

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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 featurette.

Official Trailer | Nottingham Playhouse’s The Madness of George III | National Theatre at Home
  • Featurette Official Introduction | The Madness of George III - Nottingham Playhouse | National Theatre at Home
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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “The Madness of George III - NT Live” and “National Theatre at Home: The Madness of George III”.

Also known as
  • The Madness of George III - NT Live
  • National Theatre at Home: The Madness of George III
  • 疯王乔治三世
  • 喬治三世的瘋狂

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National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III, each answered in a sentence.

How long is National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III?

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).

When was National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III released?

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III was released on November 20, 2018.

Who directed National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III?

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III was directed by Adam Penford.

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Who is in the cast of National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III?

National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III stars Mark Gatiss as George III, Wilf Scolding as Prince of Wales and Adrian Scarborough as Dr Willis, among 17 credited actors.

Does National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III have a post-credit scene?

No. National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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