S3·E5 King Lear
Synopsis
King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter the old man in return for favor, he banishes her and turns for support to his remaining daughters. But Goneril and Regan have no love for him and instead plot to take all his power from him. In a parallel, Lear's loyal courtier Gloucester favors his illegitimate son Edmund after being told lies about his faithful son Edgar. Madness and tragedy befall both ill-starred fathers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 Episode 5 of Great Performances air?
Season 3, Episode 5 ('King Lear') originally aired on February 20, 1974.
How long is Season 3 Episode 5 ('King Lear')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Great Performances.
What happens in Great Performances Season 3 Episode 5?
King Lear, old and tired, divides his kingdom among his daughters, giving great importance to their protestations of love for him. When Cordelia, youngest and most honest, refuses to idly flatter the old man in return for favor, he banishes her and turns for support to his remaining daughters. But G...