Movies
The Lion in Winter
- August 20, 1968
- 134 min.
- Drama, History
- United Kingdom
- United States
United Kingdom
United States
1183 A.D.: King Henry II's three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won't commit to a choice. When he allows his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine out for a Christmas visit, they all variously plot to force him into a decision.
Original title: The Lion in Winter
14
nominations
29%
winning rate
4
wins
Academy Awards #41 - 1969
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Picture | Martin Poll - as producer(s) | — |
| Best Director | Anthony Harvey | — |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role | Peter O'Toole | — |
| Best Actress in a Leading Role | Katharine Hepburn | Winner |
| Best Adapted Screenplay | James Goldman | Winner |
| Original Score - For a Motion Picture (Not a Musical) | John Barry | Winner |
| Best Costume Design | Margaret Furse | — |
British Academy Film Awards #22 - 1969
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Anthony Hopkins | — |
| Best Screenplay | James Goldman | — |
| Best Cinematography | Douglas Slocombe | — |
| Best Original Score | John Barry | Winner |
| Best Sound | Chris Greenham, Simon Kaye | — |
| Best Costume Design | Margaret Furse | — |
| United Nations Award | Anthony Harvey | — |
