England, first half of the 19th century. Edmund Kean is a celebrated theatre actor, notorious for his tumultuous private life. He is in love with the beautiful countess Koefeld, wife of the Danish ambassador, to the consternation of his friend, the Prince of Wales. He is also hounded by Anna Damby, who wants to become an actress to escape a marriage to Lord Mewill.
Vittorio Gassman | Director |
Suso Cecchi d'Amico | Screenplay |
Vittorio Gassman | Screenplay |
Francesco Rosi | Screenplay |
Franco Cristaldi | Producer |
Gianni Di Venanzo | Director of Photography |
Enzo Alfonsi | Editor |
Gianni Polidori | Production Design |
Giulio Coltellacci | Costume Design |
Roman Vlad | Original Music Composer |