Richard III (1911)

Richard III

1911

Drama

Synopsis

Although several others are ahead of him in the line of succession, Richard of Gloucester is determined to gain the throne. Through deceit, manipulation, and murder, he does become King Richard III of England. But once he becomes king, he soon finds out that the many enemies he has made will make it very difficult for him to remain on the throne for long.

Credits

Director

Frank R. Benson

Cast

Alfred Brydone as King Edward IV

Eric Maxon as Henry Tudor, Earl of Richmond, (later King Henry VII)

Frank R. Benson as Richard, Duke of Gloucester (later King Richard III)

James Berry as King Henry VI

James Maclean as John Howard, Duke of Norfolk

Kathleen Yorke as Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward V)

Moffat Johnston as Henry, Stafford, Duke of Buckingham

Murray Carrington as George, Duke of Clarence