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Henry V DVD, Criterion Collection

Henry V is a Criterion Collection DVD directed by Laurence Olivier, adapting Shakespeare’s history with a Technicolor staging of the Agincourt battle. It suits viewers interested in Olivier’s film and stage work, though the listing describes a standard-definition DVD rather than a high-definition release.

At a glance

  • Laurence Olivier directs and stars in this Shakespeare adaptation.
  • The listing describes a Technicolor production featuring the Battle of Agincourt.
  • Single-disc NTSC DVD with English Dolby Digital 2.0 mono audio and English subtitles.
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Reference price: $39.95

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • A focused way to watch Olivier’s Shakespeare adaptation, with Olivier also among the credited actors.
  • English subtitles are listed alongside English mono audio.

Cons

  • The listed audio is mono, which may be a limitation for buyers seeking a more immersive modern mix.

Technical specifications

13 specifications
Film and disc
DirectorLaurence Olivier
ActorsEsmond Knight, Harcourt Williams, Laurence Olivier, Leslie Banks, Max Adrian
StudioCriterion Collection
Runtime2 hours and 17 minutes
Release dateMarch 21, 2010
Number of discs1
Media formatColor, Dolby, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Special Edition
MPAA ratingNR (Not Rated)
Picture and audio
Aspect ratio1.33:1
LanguageEnglish (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
SubtitlesEnglish
Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed7.52 x 5.38 x 0.57 inches; 2.88 ounces
Identification
Item model numberCRRN030DVD

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers collecting Laurence Olivier or Shakespeare adaptations on DVD.
  • Buyers who want English subtitles and are comfortable with mono audio.

Less suited to

  • Viewers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or other high-definition edition.
  • Buyers who require stereo or surround-sound audio.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4 / 5 · 498 ratings
  • 5 stars68%68%
  • 4 stars7%7%
  • 3 stars5%5%
  • 2 stars2%2%
  • 1 star18%18%

Customer feedback highlights Laurence Olivier’s performance and the acting across the cast, along with positive impressions of production quality and value. Those comments align with the listing’s Olivier-directed, Technicolor production description, but do not establish picture or sound quality on a particular playback setup. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star but also includes a notable one-star share, so reactions are not uniformly positive.

Positive themes

  • Customers praise the acting, especially Laurence Olivier’s performance.
  • Customers report positive impressions of production quality and value.

Frequently asked questions

Who directed this version of Henry V?

The listing credits Laurence Olivier as director and includes him among the actors.

What are the listed picture and sound details?

The listing gives a 1.33:1 aspect ratio and English Dolby Digital 2.0 mono audio, with English subtitles.

Is this a Blu-ray release?

The product is identified as a DVD, with NTSC included in the media-format details.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 2 hours and 17 minutes.

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