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Alfred the Great (1969)

1969-10-08 · 2h 2m · EN
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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.

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Clive DonnerDirector

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David HemmingsDavid HemmingsAlfredMichael YorkMichael YorkGuthrumPrunella RansomePrunella RansomeAelhswithColin BlakelyColin BlakelyAsherIan McKellenIan McKellenRogerPeter VaughanPeter VaughanBurrudAlan DobieAlan DobieEthelredJulian GloverJulian GloverShrdluVivien MerchantVivien MerchantFreda

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Viking9th century

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Genre affinityHistoryTheme affinityViking · 9th CenturyDirector preference111238Actor preference6190 · 343770 · 154013Country preferenceGbDecade preference1960

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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.

How long is Alfred the Great?

Alfred the Great has a runtime of 122 minutes.