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Synopsis:
This historical drama boasts charismatic lead performances from Richard Burton and Peter O'Toole. Henry II (O'Toole) finds himself in need of an Archbishop of Canterbury when the current incumbent dies. To reduce the influence of the Vatican, he appoints his old friend Thomas a Becket (Burton) to the position. But he soon finds the priest is more loyal to the church than the throne. John Gielgud and Donald Wolfit also star. The first in a double bill of films shown as part of the Summer of Briti…
Cast:
Richard Burton as Thomas a Becket, Peter O'Toole as King Henry II, John Gielgud as King Louis VII, Donald Wolfit as Bishop Folliot, Martita Hunt as Empress Matilda, Pamela Brown as Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, Sian Phillips as Gwendolen, Paolo Stoppa as Pope Alexander III
Credits:
Peter Glenville - Director, Hal B. Wallis - Producer
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