Movies like King John (1899)

Name: Movies Similar to King John (1899)
Director: William K.L. Dickson
Genre: Drama, Short
Released: 1899-09-20
Duration: 2 Min
Rating: 4.9
Cast: Herbert Beerbohm Tree, Dora Tulloch, Charles Sefton

King John (1899)

United Kingdom2Min

4.9 ( 549 Votes )

King John (1899) is a silent film adaptation of William Shakespeare's play, which depicts the story of King John as he navigates the struggles of power and betrayal. Set in 13th-century England, the film follows the king as he deals with issues of succession, incitement to murder, and poisoning. The plot also explores the relationships between various characters, including the Duchess and the Dauphin. Despite being partially lost, King John (1899) remains a significant piece of early film history.