Lady Jane (1986)
Lady Jane is a 1986 drama movie directed by Trevor Nunn, with a running time of 2h 22m. It stars Helena Bonham Carter, Cary Elwes and John Wood.
The death of King Henry VIII throws his kingdom into chaos because of succession disputes. His weak son, Edward, is on his deathbed. Anxious to keep England true to the Reformation, a scheming minister John Dudley marries off his son, Guildford to Lady Jane Grey, whom he places on the throne after Edward dies. At first hostile to each other, Guildford and Jane fall in love, but they cannot withstand the course of power which will lead to their ultimate downfall.
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What is Lady Jane about?
The death of King Henry VIII throws his kingdom into chaos because of succession disputes. His weak son, Edward, is on his deathbed. Anxious to keep England true to the Reformation, a scheming minister John Dudley marries off his son, Guildford to Lady Jane Grey, whom he places on the throne after Edward dies. At first hostile to each other, Guildford and Jane fall in love, but they cannot withstand the course of power which will lead to their ultimate downfall.
When was Lady Jane released?
Lady Jane was released on 7 February 1986.
How long is Lady Jane?
Lady Jane runs 2h 22m.
Who made Lady Jane?
Lady Jane was directed by Trevor Nunn.
Where can I watch Lady Jane?
Lady Jane is available on MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, Hoopla, Kanopy and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Lady Jane
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Cast
- Helena Bonham Carter as Lady Jane Grey
- Cary Elwes as Guilford Dudley
- John Wood as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
- Patrick Stewart as Henry Grey, Duke of Suffolk
- Joss Ackland as Sir John Bridges
- Michael Hordern as Dr. Feckenham
- Jane Lapotaire as Princess Mary
- Ian Hogg as Sir John Gates
- Pip Torrens as Thomas
- Richard Vernon as The Marquess of Winchester
- Richard Johnson as The Earl of Arundel
- Guy Henry as Robert Dudley
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