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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second (2019): Cast

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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second is a 2019 drama directed by Tony Grech-Smith and Joe Hill-Gibbins, starring Simon Russell Beale as Richard II, Leo Bill and Joseph Mydell. It runs 2 hours 30 minutes.

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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 30m (150 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second About?

The premise of National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second without spoilers.

Simon Russell Beale plays William Shakespeare’s Richard II, broadcast live from the stage of the Almeida Theatre in London to cinemas.

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Cast & crew

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second Cast & Characters

Simon Russell Beale leads the cast as Richard II, with Leo Bill as Henry Bolingbroke and Joseph Mydell as John of Gaunt / Lord Willoughby. Directed by Tony Grech-Smith and Joe Hill-Gibbins; 8 actors are credited in all.

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From the directors

More from Tony Grech-Smith and Joe Hill-Gibbins

More films directed by Tony Grech-Smith and Joe Hill-Gibbins: Joe Lycett’s Big Pride Party, National Theatre Live: Fleabag, National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar and National Theatre Live: Saint Joan.

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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second Trailers & Videos

The trailer of National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second.

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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of Richard Second” and “The Tragedy of Richard II”.

Also known as
  • National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of Richard Second
  • The Tragedy of Richard II
  • 理查二世

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National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second, each answered in a sentence.

How long is National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second?

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second runs 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes).

When was National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second released?

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second was released on January 15, 2019.

Who directed National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second?

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second was directed by Tony Grech-Smith and Joe Hill-Gibbins.

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Who is in the cast of National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second?

National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second stars Simon Russell Beale as Richard II, Leo Bill as Henry Bolingbroke and Joseph Mydell as John of Gaunt / Lord Willoughby, among 8 credited actors.

Does National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second have a post-credit scene?

No. National Theatre Live: The Tragedy of King Richard the Second has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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