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Henry V

  • 19891989
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 2h 17m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
30K
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POPULARITY
7,906
684
Kenneth Branagh and Michael Williams in Henry V (1989)
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In the midst of the Hundred Years War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.In the midst of the Hundred Years War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.In the midst of the Hundred Years War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
30K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
7,906
684
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Director
      • Kenneth Branagh
    • Writers
      • William Shakespeare(by)
      • Kenneth Branagh(adapted for the screen by)
    • Stars
      • Kenneth Branagh
      • Derek Jacobi
      • Simon Shepherd
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Kenneth Branagh
    • Writers
      • William Shakespeare(by)
      • Kenneth Branagh(adapted for the screen by)
    • Stars
      • Kenneth Branagh
      • Derek Jacobi
      • Simon Shepherd
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 129User reviews
    • 48Critic reviews
    • 83Metascore
    • Won 1 Oscar
      • 11 wins & 13 nominations total

    Videos3

    Henry V
    Trailer 2:15
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    Kenneth Branagh and Jimmy Yuill in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh and Jimmy Yuill in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh and Jimmy Yuill in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh and Michael Williams in Henry V (1989)
    Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh and Jimmy Yuill in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh and Ian Holm in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh in Henry V (1989)
    Kenneth Branagh in Henry V (1989)
    Richard Briers in Henry V (1989)

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    Kenneth Branagh
    Kenneth Branagh
    • King Henry V
    Derek Jacobi
    Derek Jacobi
    • Chorus
    Simon Shepherd
    Simon Shepherd
    • Duke Humphrey of Gloucester
    James Larkin
    James Larkin
    • Duke John of Bedford
    Brian Blessed
    Brian Blessed
    • Duke Thomas Beaufort of Exeter
    James Simmons
    James Simmons
    • Duke Edward of York
    Paul Gregory
    Paul Gregory
    • Westmoreland
    Charles Kay
    Charles Kay
    • Archbishop of Canterbury
    Alec McCowen
    Alec McCowen
    • Bishop of Ely
    Fabian Cartwright
    • Earl Richard of Cambridge
    Stephen Simms
    • Lord Henry Scroop
    Jay Villiers
    Jay Villiers
    • Sir Thomas Grey
    Edward Jewesbury
    Edward Jewesbury
    • Sir Thomas Erpingham
    Ian Holm
    Ian Holm
    • Captain Fluellen
    Danny Webb
    Danny Webb
    • Gower
    • (as Daniel Webb)
    Jimmy Yuill
    Jimmy Yuill
    • Jamy
    John Sessions
    John Sessions
    • Macmorris
    Shaun Prendergast
    Shaun Prendergast
    • Bates
    • Director
      • Kenneth Branagh
    • Writers
      • William Shakespeare(by)
      • Kenneth Branagh(adapted for the screen by)
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      This was one of Marlon Brando's favorite movies.
    • Goofs
      It's in William Shakespeare's text, but during the English lesson between Katherine and Alice, Katherine switches from the familiar "tu" (which is to be expected when a princess addresses a servant) to the formal "vous" (which would be appropriate for a younger person addressing an older one, were the younger one not of royal blood) in her first line of dialogue in this scene, and continues using it throughout thereafter.
    • Quotes

      [Addressing the troops]

      King Henry V: And Crispin Crispian shall ne'er go by from this day until the ending of the world but we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers, For he today who sheds his blood with me shall be my brother, Be he ne'er so vile, this day shall gentle his condition, and gentlemen in England now abed shall think themselves acursed they were not here, and hold their manhoods cheap whilst any speaks, that fought with us upon St. Crispin's day!

    • Crazy credits
      The Chorus starts the film by opening the doors to the English court in the Prologue, and ends the film by closing those doors in the Epilogue.
    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Back to the Future Part II/All Dogs Go to Heaven/Henry V/Prancer/Sidewalk Stories (1989)

    User reviews129

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Tis a triumph at evr'y turn: Shakespeare and Branagh Move Thy Heart and Makest Ye Wishth that One Had English Blood Pure of Nobilitie
    According to William Shakespeare, on the morn of the Battle of Agincourt (1415), one of the final military confrontations during the 100-Years War between France and England, the English troops exhibit hesitancy and consternation toward this monumental of tasks at hand. They have been engaged in a long campaign on French soil having just trekked several hundred miles toward Calais to return to England. Kenneth Branagh as King Henry V suddenly appears among his soldiers and speaks the words that inspire his noble "brethren". Here is but an excerpt:

    "This day is called the Feast of Crispian: He that outlives this day, and comes safe home, Will stand a tip-toe when the day is named, And rouse him at the name of Crispian. He that shall live this day, and see old age, Will yearly on the vigil feast his neighbours, And say 'To-morrow is Saint Crispian:' Then will he strip his sleeve and show his scars. And say 'These wounds I had on Crispin's day.' Old men forget: yet all shall be forgot, But he'll remember with advantages What feats he did that day: then shall our names. These are words that would make any man fight for his brethren." (Act IV, Scene 3)

    No one knows exactly when William Shakespeare wrote Henry V (aka The Cronicle History of Henry fift, The Life of Henry Fift) except that it was probably penned sometime between the late 1580's and 1590's. Aside from the historical liberties that permeate much of the drama, such as the king's executing anyone who would steal from local French communities (in reality Henry V's troops plundered much of the French countryside during their campaign), Henry V stands as one of Shakespeare's most moving and inspirational achievements. Certainly, the play is very much biased toward the English. While the English are colorful, emotional, and determined, the French are portrayed as conniving and dispassionate, except for the princess Kate. Shakespeare was not intending to teach a lesson in medieval history but rather arouse patriotism among his fellow countrymen. (Is it possible Henry V was written during the time of England's battle against the Spanish Armada in 1588?)

    Kenneth Branagh has taken Shakespeare's overly patriotic play and forged a piece that combines the stunning visuals of Hollywood film-making with the high-culture of William Shakespeare into a movie of stunning magnitude that seems nearly incomparable, with the possible exception of Zeffirlli's "Romeo and Juliet". Hollywood films of this type have often been lopsided with great visuals but mediocre scripts. However, in this case, there is no better screenwriter than William Shakespeare. Added to the mix is an outstanding cast of Shakespearian actors who navigate through Shakespeare's blank verse as easily as if they were speaking modern dialogue instead of late 16th-century English. They speak the lines as if they are spontaneously being uttered rather than being remembered from a 400-year-old play. And to give a little bit of spice to the experience, Branagh incorporates a few flashback scenes from Shakespeare's Henry IV in which Prince Hal (not yet Henry V) commiserates with a band of drunkard cronies lead by none-other than one of Shakespeare's most popular characters, Sir John Falstaff.

    This play, this noble play, which hast action, adventure and high arte, would be a fine and noble way to show those of young years the arte of Shakespeare. Seest thou this filme, this fine filme. And if thou seest not this filme, I will sadly be forced to come into thy companie and take ye to the theatre, tie ye up to a chair, and make ye watch these actors fine. Aye, ye willst later thank me, for never was there a moment dull.
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    • classicalsteve
    • Sep 6, 2009

    FAQ10

    • Henry V is based on the Shakespearian play of the same name. What are the play and film about?
    • Is the film a direct adaptation of the play?
    • How historically accurate is the film/play?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 8, 1989 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • Latin
    • Also known as
      • Heinrich V.
    • Filming locations
      • Crowlink, East Sussex, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Renaissance Films
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
      • Curzon Film Distributors
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $9,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $10,161,099
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $64,933
      • Nov 12, 1989
    • Gross worldwide
      • $10,161,099
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 17 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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