Alfred the Great
1969, Film, 122 min, Drama, History, War, English, United Kingdom, MoviePedia score 59
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.
Directed by Clive Donner
Cast
- David Hemmings as Alfred
- Michael York as Guthrum
- Prunella Ransome as Aelhswith
- Colin Blakely as Asher
- Ian McKellen as Roger
- Peter Vaughan as Burrud
- Alan Dobie as Ethelred
- Julian Glover as Æthelstan
- Vivien Merchant as Freda
- Julian Chagrin as Ivar
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