Alfred the Great
(1969)
Tagline
Starring
David Hemmings Michael York Prunella Ransome Colin Blakely Ian McKellen
Director
Genre
Running Time
122 minutes
Overview
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.
Released
8 October 1969
Budget
£0
Revenue
£0
Language
English
Studio
Bernard Smith Productions Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Cast
| David Hemmings | ... | Alfred |
| Michael York | ... | Guthrum |
| Prunella Ransome | ... | Aelhswith |
| Colin Blakely | ... | Asher |
| Ian McKellen | ... | Roger |
| Peter Vaughan | ... | Burrud |
| Alan Dobie | ... | Ethelred |
| Julian Glover | ... | Shrdlu |
Crew
| Clive Donner | ... | Director |
| James R. Webb | ... | Story |