1970, 134 minutes, Rated PG
In the rousing tradition of inspired epics like Rob Roy and Braveheart comes this majestic tale of oppression and revolution, starring award-winning actors Richard Harris and Sir Alec Guinnes.In 17th-century England, ambitious country gentlemen, Oliver Cromwell (Harris), dared to challenge the political subjugation and corruption which besieged his nation. Watching his power being usurped by a commoner, King Charles I (Two-time Academy Award - winner Alec Guinnes) springs to challenge his adversary. One man will become absolute ruler: the other will be executed.
With a superb supporting cast including Robert Morley, Dorothy Tutin, Timothy Dalton and featuring Academy Award - winning costume design, Cromwell is an outstanding historical drama about the reign that changed the course of Western civilisation and ushered in the modern age.
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