Chimes at Midnight (1965)
Original title: Campanadas a medianoche
Chimes at Midnight is a 1965 comedy movie directed by Orson Welles, with a running time of 1h 55m. It stars Orson Welles, Keith Baxter and John Gielgud.
Henry IV usurps the English throne, sets in motion the factious War of the Roses and now faces a rebellion led by Northumberland scion Hotspur. Henry's heir, Prince Hal, is a ne'er-do-well carouser who drinks and causes mischief with his low-class friends, especially his rotund father figure, John Falstaff. To redeem his title, Hal may have to choose between allegiance to his real father and loyalty to his friend.
Quick answers
What is Chimes at Midnight about?
Henry IV usurps the English throne, sets in motion the factious War of the Roses and now faces a rebellion led by Northumberland scion Hotspur. Henry's heir, Prince Hal, is a ne'er-do-well carouser who drinks and causes mischief with his low-class friends, especially his rotund father figure, John Falstaff. To redeem his title, Hal may have to choose between allegiance to his real father and loyalty to his friend.
When was Chimes at Midnight released?
Chimes at Midnight was released on 22 December 1965.
How long is Chimes at Midnight?
Chimes at Midnight runs 1h 55m.
Who made Chimes at Midnight?
Chimes at Midnight was directed by Orson Welles.
Where can I watch Chimes at Midnight?
Chimes at Midnight is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Kanopy and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Chimes at Midnight
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Watch free: Kanopy
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Orson Welles as Falstaff
- Keith Baxter as Prince Hal
- John Gielgud as Henry IV
- Jeanne Moreau as Doll Tearsheet
- Margaret Rutherford as Mistress Quickly
- Marina Vlady as Kate Percy
- Walter Chiari as Mr. Silence
- Michael Aldridge as Pistol
- Tony Beckley as Ned Poins
- Jeremy Rowe as Prince John
- Norman Rodway as Henry 'Hotspur' Percy
- Alan Webb as Justice Shallow