To Kill a King (2003)

  • Biography, Drama, History
  • 1h 42m
  • 2003

England 1645: After years of civil war, King Charles I is overthrown and two heroes have emerged - Lord General Thomas Fairfax (Dougray Scott) and his best friend deputy General Oliver Cromwell (Tim Roth). Their close friendship is threatened when Fairfax and his wife conspire to return the King to power while Cromwell instead orders his execution seizing control. As Cromwell’s armies spread violence and fear throughout the country, Fairfax realises that Cromwell must be stopped. A riveting historical drama with superb performances.

Director

Mike Barker

Language

English

Countries

UK, Germany