6.8 Comedy Drama History

The Madness of King George

1994
His Majesty was all powerful and all knowing. But he wasn't quite all there.
Trailer
Aging King George III of England is exhibiting signs of madness, a problem little understood in 1788. As the monarch alternates between bouts of confusion and near-violent outbursts of temper, his hapless doctors attempt the ineffectual cures of the day. Meanwhile, Queen Charlotte and Prime Minister William Pitt the Younger attempt to prevent the king's political enemies, led by the Prince of Wales, from usurping the throne.
Release Date
1994-12-28
Status
Released
Original Title
The Madness of King George
Runtime
1h 47m
Revenue
$15,238,994
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Production Companies
The Samuel Goldwyn Company, Close Call Films, Film4 Productions
Overview
Aging King George III of England is exhibiting signs of madness, a problem little understood in 1788. As the monarch alternates between bouts of confusion and near-violent outbursts of temper, his hapless doctors attempt the ineffectual cures of the day. Meanwhile, Queen Charlotte and Prime Minister William Pitt the Younger attempt to prevent the king's political enemies, led by the Prince of Wales, from usurping the throne.
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