The King
England, 15th century. Hal, a capricious prince who lives among the populace far from court, is forced by circumstances to reluctantly accept the throne and become Henry V.
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1995★ 7.9
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1971★ 7.1
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2014★ 6.3
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Becket
1964★ 7.2
Thomas Becket, Henry II's longtime advisor, finds his friendship with the debauched king corroding when he is unwillingly appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury in an attempt to gain absolute loyalty from the Church.
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
1999★ 6.4
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