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Classic Movies: The Story of... had an episode air on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 8:00pm. Series 5, Episode 5 titled "The Lion In Winter" was broadcast on Sky Arts.
Ian Nathand examines the 1968 historical drama, which starred Peter O'Toole as Henry II, Anthony Hopkins as Richard the Lionheart and an Oscar-winning Katharine Hepburn as Eleanor of Aquitane.
Programme Information
Channel: Sky Arts
Status: Running
Genre(s): Drama
Runtime: 60 minutes
Rating: N/A/10
Official Site: Classic Movies: The Story of...
Main Cast
Ian Nathan as Host
Episode Details
Series: 5
Episode: 5
Episode Title: The Lion In Winter
Air Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Air Time: 8:00pm
Runtime: 60 minutes
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