The Madness of King George (1994): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch

Name: The Madness of King George
Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Released: 1994
Duration: 107 min
Cast: Nigel Hawthorne, Helen Mirren, Ian Holm, Anthony Calf, Amanda Donohoe

What The Madness of King George Is About

The King of England begins to lose his mind, and while the court tries both to treat and to conceal it a struggle for power sharpens. The film handles the illness as a political crisis rather than a tragedy: if the king cannot speak, who governs? Nigel Hawthorne is at once ridiculous and heartbreaking, carrying both rather than alternating between them. The medicine of the period is close to torture and none of it is softened. It is plainly adapted from a play, with sharp and dense dialogue.

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What is The Madness of King George about?

The King of England begins to lose his mind, and while the court tries both to treat and to conceal it a struggle for power sharpens. The film handles the illness as a political crisis rather than a tragedy: if the king cannot speak, who governs?

Where can I watch The Madness of King George?

The Madness of King George is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Madness of King George?

The Madness of King George runs for 107 minutes (1h 47m).

When did The Madness of King George come out?

The Madness of King George was released in 1994.

Who directed The Madness of King George?

The Madness of King George was directed by Nicholas Hytner.

Who stars in The Madness of King George?

The Madness of King George stars Nigel Hawthorne, Helen Mirren, Ian Holm, Anthony Calf.

What is The Madness of King George's rating?

The Madness of King George holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.