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Henry V

Seen it?

1944 | 137 min | History, Drama, War

Friday Night Flickearly rating

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention. Make plans for this one.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for history buffs. If you loved Henry V or Amadeus, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Intense.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 17 min.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1944: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

In 1415, in the midst of the Hundred Years' War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    100% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    Won 1 Venice award: Venice International Film Festival: Best Actor. Also nominated for 4 Oscars. Plus 7 other awards.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 47K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Laurence Olivier

  • Laurence OlivierKing Henry
  • Renée AshersonPrincess Katherine
  • Ralph TrumanMountjoy - The French Herald
  • Ernest ThesigerDuke of Berri - French Ambassador
  • Frederick CooperCorporal Nym
  • Robert HelpmannBishop of Ely
  • Leslie BanksChorus
  • Felix AylmerArchbishop of Canterbury
  • Robert NewtonAncient Pistol
  • Freda JacksonMistress Quickly