The Lion in Winter (1968) – Filming Locations
Drama / History · Directed by Anthony Harvey · Starring Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn
Henry II and his estranged queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, battle over the choice of an heir.
Where was The Lion in Winter filmed?
- Dublin, Ireland, Dublin – Interior scenes of the castle including throne room and chambers where the royal family gathers. Primary studio facility where extensive interior court scenes and dialogue sequences were filmed
- Rouen, France, Rouen – Exterior establishing shots of the castle and exterior courtyard sequences. The medieval castle serves as the primary exterior location representing King Henry II's fortress during Christmas 1183
- Chinon, France, Chinon – Additional exterior shots and establishing views of the medieval fortress setting. Historic French château used for exterior location work to represent Henry II's domain in Anjou