Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt (1969)
Dramatically portraying the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, the film reveals the conditions of virtual slavery which persisted throughout the Middle Ages, and the weaknesses of the feudal system; its oppressive tax structure, its cruelty and its social inequality
Director: John Irvin
Genre: History, Drama, Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: January 1, 1969
Cast
- Patrick Allen - Commentator
- Anthony Hopkins - Wat Tyler
- Keith Skinner - Richard II
- Christopher Logue - John Ball
- David Markham - Archbishop of Sudbury
- Mike Pratt - Jack Straw
- Edward Fox - Sir John Newton
- Guy Doleman - Mayor of London
- Norman Gay - Commissioner of Taxes
- Michael Brennan - Father
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John Irvin
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt about?
- Dramatically portraying the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, the film reveals the conditions of virtual slavery which persisted throughout the Middle Ages, and the weaknesses of the feudal system; its oppressive tax structure, its cruelty and its social inequality
- Who directed Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt?
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt was directed by John Irvin.
- Who stars in Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt?
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt stars Patrick Allen, Anthony Hopkins, Keith Skinner, Christopher Logue, David Markham, Mike Pratt.
- How long is Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt?
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
- What genre is Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt?
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt is a History, Drama, Documentary film.