Book Vs. Movie: The Lion in Winter
The 1966 Play Vs. the 1968 Film

Few stories transcend mediums as powerfully as James Goldman’s *The Lion in Winter*. Whether presented on stage or on screen, this tale of royal power struggles and familial manipulation in 12th-century England captivates audiences with its sharp dialogue, rich character dynamics, and timeless themes. But how do the 1966 play and its 1968 film adaptation compare? Let’s explore the similarities and differences between these two iconic versions.
Which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

In this ep, the Margos discuss:

• The inauspicious debut on the Broadway stage
• The true history behind the story
• The Movie Cast: Peter O’Toole (Henry II,) Katharine Hepburn (Eleanor of Aquitaine,) Anthony Hopkins (Richard the Lionheart,) John Castle (Geoffrey,) Nigel Terry (John,) Timothy Dalton (Philip II,) Jane Merrow (Alais,) Nigel Stock (William Marshall,) Kenneth Ives (Queen Eleanor’s guard,) and O.Z. Whitehead as Hugh de Puiset.  

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Clips used:

• Katharine Hepburn, Peter O’Toole, and Jane Merrow
• The Lion in Winter (1968 trailer)
• Peter O’Toole
• Katharine Hepburn and Anthony Hopkins
• Katharine Hepburn and her sons
• “The Wedding Scene”
• Music composed by John Barry

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