Laurence Olivier was the director, co-screenwriter (with Alan Dent), and star of this robust adaptation of Shakespeare's drama, which, as Bruce Eder has written, "was the final, crowning glory of the British studio system and the end of the great cycle of British films aimed at international audiences." Olivier begins his Richard III with Edward IV (Cedric Hardwicke) being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard (Laurence Olivier) jealously views the proceedings and begins to pick off those obstructing ...
Read More
Laurence Olivier was the director, co-screenwriter (with Alan Dent), and star of this robust adaptation of Shakespeare's drama, which, as Bruce Eder has written, "was the final, crowning glory of the British studio system and the end of the great cycle of British films aimed at international audiences." Olivier begins his Richard III with Edward IV (Cedric Hardwicke) being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard (Laurence Olivier) jealously views the proceedings and begins to pick off those obstructing his pathway to the throne. Eventually, Richard becomes king and, after proceeding with a succession of intrigues and duplicities, he finds his kingdom in dire peril, set upon by Henry Tudor (Stanley Baker) and mustering a final defense for his realm at the Battle of Bosworth. Paul Brenner, Rovi
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Claire Bloom, John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier. Very good. 2013 Run time: 158. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Claire Bloom, John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier. Very good. 2013 Run time: 158. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Cedric Hardwicke, Laurence Olivier, John Gielgud, Nicholas Hannen, Claire Bloom, Ralph Richardson, Alec Clunes. Fine in fine packaging. Language: English. Run time: 138 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.66: 1. Originally released: 1955. Like new I ship same or following business day when order placed
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Claire Bloom, John Gielgud, Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier. New. 1955 Run time: 158. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.
![Richard III [Criterion Collection] [Blu-ray] - Laurence Olivier](https://www2.alibris-static.com/richard-iii-criterion-collection-blu-ray/cover/w49553yx39r_l.jpg)
![Richard III (the Criterion Collection) [Blu-Ray]](https://www2.alibris-static.com/cover/w49553yx39r_t.jpg)
![Richard III [Criterion Collection] [Blu-ray]](https://www2.alibris-static.com/richard-iii-criterion-collection-blu-ray/cover/w49553yx39r.jpg)
![Richard III [Criterion Collection]](https://www0.alibris-static.com/richard-iii-criterion-collection/cover/v60374l3q23.jpg)
![Richard III [2 Discs] [Criterion Collection]](https://www3.alibris-static.com/richard-iii-2-discs-criterion-collection/cover/t38130e9jsm.jpg)
![Essential Art House: Richard III [Criterion Collection]](https://www4.alibris-static.com/essential-art-house-richard-iii-criterion-collection/cover/u80348e3ihv.jpg)
![Richard III [Special Edition]](https://www1.alibris-static.com/richard-iii-special-edition/cover/u22574mvrzl.jpg)
