Anne of the Thousand Days 1969
“He was King. She was barely 18. And in their thousand days they played out the most passionate and shocking love story in history!”
What is Anne of the Thousand Days?
Anne of the Thousand Days is a 1969 drama, history, and romance film directed by Charles Jarrott and starring Richard Burton and Genevieve Bujold. The story follows King Henry VIII of England as he discards his wife, Katharine of Aragon, after she fails to produce a male heir, and pursues the young and beautiful Anne Boleyn.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1969
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 145 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 18, 1969
- Studios
- Hal Wallis Productions, Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, History, Romance
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Overview
Anne of the Thousand Days is a 1969 drama, history, and romance film directed by Charles Jarrott and starring Richard Burton and Genevieve Bujold. The story follows King Henry VIII of England as he discards his wife, Katharine of Aragon, after she fails to produce a male heir, and pursues the young and beautiful Anne Boleyn.
The film is an adaptation of Maxwell Anderson's 1948 play of the same name, with a screenplay written by Bridget Boland and John Hale. It was released in the United States on December 18, 1969, and runs for two hours and twenty-five minutes.
Should you watch it?
“Henry VIII discards his wife for the young Anne Boleyn.”
- It features performances by lead actors Richard Burton and Genevieve Bujold.
- The screenplay is adapted from Maxwell Anderson's 1948 play by Bridget Boland and John Hale.
- It explores historical drama and romance within the British monarchy.
- The film has a runtime of two hours and twenty-five minutes, which may feel long for some viewers.
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas about the Tudor court and royal relationships.
The film maintains a historical drama tone with a feature-length runtime suitable for fans of classical cinema.
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Where can I stream Anne of the Thousand Days?
Streaming availability varies, but the film is listed as available to rent or buy on digital platforms.
Is Anne of the Thousand Days worth watching?
It is a well-known historical drama featuring notable lead performances and an adaptation of a classic stage play.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a running time of two hours and twenty-five minutes.
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Bridget Boland and John Hale, adapted from the 1948 play by Maxwell Anderson.
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