Chimes at Midnight is a 1965 film directed by and starring Orson Welles. It delves into the complex relationship between a wayward prince and his corpulent companion, a knight more fond of the tavern than the joust. As the clock strikes twelve, will their loyalty to each other endure, or will they be divided by the chimes of duty and destiny?
Here’s how you can watch and stream Chimes at Midnight via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Chimes at Midnight available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Chimes at Midnight is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
Chimes at Midnight isn’t your typical Shakespeare adaptation. This film reimagines the story of Prince Hal (later Henry V) through the lens of his unlikely friend, the rotund and riotous knight Sir John Falstaff. Their bond is both heartwarming and heartbreaking as Hal wrestles with his royal obligations and Falstaff clings to a fading sense of youth. The film draws inspiration from Shakespeare’s history, offering a poignant meditation on loyalty, aging, and the burdens of power.
Chimes at Midnight boasts a legendary cast. Leading the way is the iconic Orson Welles, who not only directs the film but also portrays Sir John Falstaff. John Gielgud, another giant of British theatre, lends his gravitas to King Henry IV, while the effervescent Margaret Rutherford brings Mistress Quickly, a tavern hostess, to life. Keith Baxter portrays Prince Hal.
Watch Chimes at Midnight streaming via HBO Max
Chimes at Midnight is available to watch on HBO Max.
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You can watch via Max, formerly known as HBO Max, by following these steps:
- Go to HBOMax.com/subscribe
- Click ‘Sign Up Now’
- Choose your plan:
- $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year (with ads)
- $15.99 per month or $149.99 per year (ad-free)
- $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year (ultimate ad-free)
- Enter your personal information and password
- Select ‘Create Account’
Max With Ads provides the service’s streaming library at a Full HD resolution, allowing users to stream on up to two supported devices at once. Max Ad-Free removes the service’s commercials and allows streaming on two devices at once in Full HD. It also allows for 30 downloads at a time to allow users to watch content offline. On the other hand, Max Ultimate Ad-Free allows users to stream on four devices at once in a 4K Ultra HD resolution and provides Dolby Atmos audio and 100 downloads.
Chimes at Midnight’s official synopsis is as follows:
“Henry IV usurps the English throne, sets in motion the factious War of the Roses and now faces a rebellion led by Northumberland scion Hotspur. Henry’s heir, Prince Hal, is a ne’er-do-well carouser who drinks and causes mischief with his low-class friends, especially his rotund father figure, John Falstaff. To redeem his title, Hal may have to choose between allegiance to his real father and loyalty to his friend.”
NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.
