![]() A Region 1 DVD set was released on 21 June 2016. Benedict Cumberbatch proves a superb villain in The Hollow Crowns Richard III Cumberbatch’s turn as Shakespeare’s scheming king is remarkable in a finale that also features fine. Home media Ī Region 2 DVD set of The Wars of the Roses was released on 20 June 2016. The second cycle of plays aired on consecutive Saturday evenings on BBC Two commencing Saturday. Once again, the production returned to Kent for The Wars of The Roses, filming at Dover Castle, Leeds Castle and Penshurst Place. BWW has reviewed the multi-award winning BBC Shakespearean series, The Hollow Crown, starting with Ben Whishaw s Richard II and finishing with Benedict Cumberbatch. By filming the ‘Henry VI’ plays as well as ‘Richard III,’ we will allow viewers to fully appreciate how such a monstrous tyrant could find his way to power, bringing even more weight and depth to this iconic character." They were adapted by Dominic Cooke and Ben Power.Įxecutive producer Pippa Harris stated, "The critical and audience reaction to The Hollow Crown series set the bar high for Shakespeare on screen, and Neal Street (Productions) is delighted to be making the concluding part of this great history cycle. ![]() The concluding cycle of plays were produced in 2015 by the same team that made the first series and were directed by the former artistic director of Royal Court Theatre and Olivier Award winner, Dominic Cooke.
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