Alfred the Great

Name: Alfred the Great
Released: 1969-10-08
Rating: 4.8

4.8/10 (20)

·1969· 122 min

Director: Clive Donner

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.

Cast

David Hemmings

Alfred

Michael York

Guthrum

Prunella Ransome

Aelhswith

Colin Blakely

Asher

Ian McKellen

Roger

Peter Vaughan

Burrud

Alan Dobie

Ethelred

Julian Glover

Shrdlu

Vivien Merchant

Freda

Barry Jackson

Wulfstan

In brief

Alfred the Great (1969) is a history film. With an average rating of 4.8/10 from 20 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 2h 2min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.

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How long is Alfred the Great?

Alfred the Great runs 122 minutes (2h 2min).

What rating does Alfred the Great have?

Alfred the Great has an average rating of 4.8/10 based on 20 viewer votes on TMDB.

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Alfred the Great was released in 1969.