King Lear
An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video.
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King Lear - Official Trailer | Prime Video
King Lear: Official Trailer | Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson and Emily Watson - BBC
"King Lear takes command"
"Creating the Kingdom"
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Frequently asked questions about King Lear
Where can I watch King Lear in the United States?
King Lear is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is King Lear on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. King Lear is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States.
Can I watch King Lear for free?
Not free in the United States right now. King Lear needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video.
What are the ratings for King Lear?
King Lear scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in King Lear?
King Lear stars Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Emily Watson, Jim Broadbent, and Florence Pugh. Richard Eyre is the director.
How long is King Lear?
King Lear runs 1h 55m (115 minutes).
When did King Lear come out?
King Lear was released on May 28, 2018.
Which studio made King Lear?
King Lear was produced by Playground Entertainment, Sonia Friedman Productions, and BBC in the United Kingdom.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.