National Theatre Live: The Madness of George III

It’s 1786 and King George III is the most powerful man in the world. But his behaviour is becoming increasingly erratic as he succumbs to fits of lunacy. With the King’s mind unravelling at a dramatic pace, ambitious politicians and the scheming Prince of Wales threaten to undermine the power of the Crown, and expose the fine line between a King and a man.

Cast

Mark Gatiss

George III

Wilf Scolding

Prince of Wales

Debra Gillett

Queen Charlotte

Sara Powell

Lady Elizabeth Pembroke

Nadia Albina

Fitzroy

Nicholas Bishop

William Pitt

Jack Holden

Greville

Amanda Hadingue

Fox / Dr Pepys

David Hounslow

Thurlow

Stephanie Jacob

Dr Baker / Sherridan