Classic Tuesday: The Lion In Winter (1968)

Peter O’Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, and Timothy Dalton star in this epic drama directed by Anthony Harvey. Within the stone walls of a medieval castle, King Henry II and Queen Eleanor engage in a battle of wits over which of their three sons will inherit the crown. As Richard, John, and Geoffrey vie for power, the scheming King of France seizes the chance to exploit the family’s bitter rivalries. Nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and winner of three—Best Actress (Hepburn), Adapted Screenplay (James Goldman), and Original Score (John Barry).