Henry V (1989 film)

Henry V
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Kenneth Branagh
Screenplay by	Kenneth Branagh
Based on	Henry V by William Shakespeare
Produced by	Bruce Sharman
Starring	Kenneth Branagh Paul Scofield Derek Jacobi Ian Holm Emma Thompson Alec McCowen Judi Dench Christian Bale
Narrated by	Derek Jacobi
Cinematography	Kenneth MacMillan
Edited by	Michael Bradsell
Music by	Patrick Doyle
Production companies	British Broadcasting Corporation Renaissance Films
Distributed by	Curzon Film Distributors
Release date	6 October 1989 (1989-10-06) (London)
Running time	137 minutes[1]
Country	United Kingdom
Languages	English French
Budget	$9 million[2]
Box office	$10.2 million (US gross only)[2]

Henry V is a 1989 British historical drama film written and directed by Kenneth Branagh in his feature directorial debut, based on William Shakespeare's history play of the same name. It stars Branagh in the title role of King Henry V of England, with Paul Scofield, Derek Jacobi, Ian Holm, Brian Blessed, Emma Thompson, Alec McCowen, Judi Dench, Robbie Coltrane, and Christian Bale in supporting roles.

Henry V received widespread critical acclaim and is considered one of the best Shakespeare screen adaptations ever produced. Among its numerous accolades, the film received three nominations at the 62nd Academy Awards, two of which went to Branagh (Best Director and Best Actor). Henry V won with its other nomination, Best Costume Design for Phyllis Dalton.