Becket (1964)
Becket is a 1964 drama movie directed by Peter Glenville, with a running time of 2h 28m. It stars Richard Burton, Peter O'Toole and John Gielgud.
Thomas Becket, Henry II's longtime advisor, finds his friendship with the debauched king corroding when he is unwillingly appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury in an attempt to gain absolute loyalty from the Church.
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What is Becket about?
Thomas Becket, Henry II's longtime advisor, finds his friendship with the debauched king corroding when he is unwillingly appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury in an attempt to gain absolute loyalty from the Church.
When was Becket released?
Becket was released on 11 March 1964.
How long is Becket?
Becket runs 2h 28m.
Who made Becket?
Becket was directed by Peter Glenville.
Where can I watch Becket?
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Cast
- Richard Burton as Thomas Becket
- Peter O'Toole as King Henry II of England
- John Gielgud as King Louis VII of France
- Gino Cervi as Cardinal Zambelli
- Paolo Stoppa as Pope Alexander III
- Donald Wolfit as Bishop Folliot
- David Weston as Brother John
- Martita Hunt as Empress Matilda
- Pamela Brown as Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine
- Percy Herbert as Baron
- Siân Phillips as Gwendolen
- Inigo Jackson as Robert de Beaumont