Movie Description
Alfred the Great
(1994)Overview
Few kings in English history deserve the epithet 'great' more than Alfred, King of Wessex. In an age and country blighted by Viking invasions, Alfred inflicted repeated defeats upon the Norsemen and set about administrating the Danelaw to secure the unity of England. The great king also organised his forces into a standing army and built a recognised navy. Alfred was not only a fine warrior but was also a deeply religious man, a scholar and lawmaker. Featuring extensive dramatised reconstructions and surviving period imagery, this programme provides a unique account of the life of one of England's truly great monarchs.
Featured Crew
- Director : Jeremy Freeston
- Producer : Bob Carruthers,Graham Holloway
- Writer : Simon Kirk
- Editor : Paul Perrins
- Cast : Simon Kirk,Eric Taylor,Tony Sayer,Jim Gillbanks,Douglas Holloway,Sandy Gillbanks,John Turton,Rachel Lowerson,Duncan Probert
Cast
Alfred the Great
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Facts
Original TitleAlfred the Great
Status Released
Release Information
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1994-06-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 53m
Genres
- Documentary
