The BBC Television Shakespeare

Season 1 Episode 9: The Life of Henry the Fifth

Insulted by the Dauphin, the newly-crowned Henry V gathers his troops for war. But Henry must convince his men that he has left his wild days behind, and prove himself as a leader. Henry V tells a tale of intrigue and betrayal, courtly romance, and a heroic battle against outrageous odds. The lead, played here by David Gwillim, is one of the most coveted of roles with inspiring lines including the St Crispin's Day speech.

Genre:

Drama, Comedy

Seasons:

1

Episodes:

37

Quality:

HD

Status:

Ended

First Air:

1978

IMDb:

6.0