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Alfred the Great (1969)

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Released October 8, 1969Runtime 2h 2mDirector Clive Donner

While Old England is being ransacked by roving Danes in the 9th century, Alfred is planning to join the priesthood. But observing the rape of his land, he puts away his religious vows to take up arms against the invaders, leading the English Christians to fight for their country. Alfred soundly defeats the Danes and becomes a hero. But now, although Alfred still longs for the priesthood, he is torn between his passion for God and his lust for blood.

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Cast of Alfred the Great

David Hemmings

David Hemmings

Alfred
Michael York

Michael York

Guthrum
Prunella Ransome

Prunella Ransome

Aelhswith
Colin Blakely

Colin Blakely

Asher
Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

Roger
Peter Vaughan

Peter Vaughan

Burrud
Alan Dobie

Alan Dobie

Ethelred
Julian Glover

Julian Glover

Shrdlu
Vivien Merchant

Vivien Merchant

Freda
Barry Jackson

Barry Jackson

Wulfstan

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Who stars in Alfred the Great?

Alfred the Great stars David Hemmings, Michael York, Prunella Ransome, Colin Blakely, Ian McKellen.

Who directed Alfred the Great?

Alfred the Great was directed by Clive Donner.

How long is Alfred the Great?

Alfred the Great has a runtime of 2h 2m.

What is Alfred the Great about?

While Old England is being ransacked by roving Danes in the 9th century, Alfred is planning to join the priesthood. But observing the rape of his land, he puts away his religious vows to take up arms against the invaders, leading the English Christians to fight for their country. Alfred soundly defeats the Danes and becomes a hero. But now, although Alfred still longs for the priesthood, he is torn between his passion for God and his lust for blood.