Superlative version of Shakespeare's play about the murderous hunchback and his plans to seize the throne of England. Beautifully realized by star-director Laurence Olivier. A magnificently produced and brilliantly acted film. Lady Anne: Claire Bloom. Clarence: John Gielgud. Buckingham: Ralph Richardson. Hastings: Alec Clune. Catesby: Norman Wooland. Edward IV: Cedric Hardwicke. Henry Tudor: Stanley Baker.