Alfred the Great

Alfred the Great

Release Date: 1969-10-08

Overview: 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.

Rating: 4.3 / 10

Cast

David Hemmings

David Hemmings

as Alfred

Michael York

Michael York

as Guthrum

Prunella Ransome

Prunella Ransome

as Aelhswith

Colin Blakely

Colin Blakely

as Asher

Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

as Roger

Crew

  • Clive Donner - Director

  • James R. Webb - Story

  • Vic Armstrong - Stunt Double

  • Michael Stevenson - Second Assistant Director

  • Mike Fox - Camera Operator

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