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The movie Alfred the Great (Original title Alfred the Great) has in the main roles on David Hemmings (Alfred), Michael York (Guthrum), Ian McKellen (Roger), Peter Vaughan (Burrud), Vivien Merchant (Freda) The release date of the movie is 08.10.1969. This movie it is produced by Bernard Smith Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer . Filmed in the following locations: County Galway, Ireland . Production countries: United Kingdom Movie Genre: Movies History

While Old England is being ransacked by roving Danes in the 9th century, Alfred is planning to join the priesthood. But observing the rape of his land, he puts away his religious vows to take up arms against the invaders, leading the English Christians to fight for their country. Alfred soundly defeats the Danes and becomes a hero. But now, although Alfred still longs for the priesthood, he is torn between his passion for God and his lust for blood.