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08/10/1969 History 2h 2m
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Overview

While Old England is being ransacked by roving Danes in the 9th century, Alfred is planning to join the priesthood. But observing the rape of his land, he puts away his religious vows to take up arms against the invaders, leading the English Christians to fight for their country. Alfred soundly defeats the Danes and becomes a hero. But now, although Alfred still longs for the priesthood, he is torn between his passion for God and his lust for blood.

  1. Clive Donner

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. David Hemmings

    Alfred

  2. Michael York

    Guthrum

  3. Prunella Ransome

    Aelhswith

  4. Colin Blakely

    Asher

  5. Ian McKellen

    Roger

  6. Peter Vaughan

    Burrud

  7. Alan Dobie

    Ethelred

  8. Julian Glover

    Shrdlu

  9. Vivien Merchant

    Freda

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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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