While England is threatened by rebellion, the king's scapegrace son Hal haunts the taverns of London, accompanied by the dissolute Falstaff and his band of rogues. The Earl of Northumberland and his fiery son, Hotspur, scheme to overthrow the crown. Will Hal own up to his duty as Prince of Wales, or[...]
In the early 15th century, civil war is rife in England. King Henry's health is failing - and Falstaff and his ribald companions waste the nights in revelry, anticipating the moment when Prince Hal will ascend the throne. The king fears his son's hedonistic nature will lead the kingdom to ruin. But [...]