Overview
King Henry's health is failing as a second rebellion against his reign threatens to surface. Intent on securing his legacy, he is uncertain that his son Hal is a worthy heir, believing him more concerned with earthly pleasures than the responsibility of rule. Sir John Falstaff is sent to the country side to recruit fresh troops. Amongst the unwitting locals opportunities for embezzlement and profiteering prove impossible to resist - as the king's health continues to worsen, Hal must choose between duty, and loyalty to an old friend.
DirectorGregory Doran
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Antony Sher
Sir John Falstaff
Martin Bassindale
Peto/Prince John/Snare
Jasper Britton
King Henry IV
Antony Byrne
Rumour/Porter/Pistol
Sean Chapman
Northumberland
Oliver Ford Davies
Shallow
Alex Hassell
Prince Hal
Daniel Abbott
Travers/Clarence/Francis
Nicholas Gerard-Martin
Hastings/Feeble/Davy
Robert Gilbert
Morton/Coleville
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Production companiesRoyal Shakespeare Company