23 February 1982: Ivanhoe

This historical romance, based on Sir Walter Scott’s novel of the same name, was originally broadcast as a 3-part mini-series. It was filmed at Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle, and Pinewood Studios, presumably during 1981.

Michael Gothard was, for the second time in his career, cast as a Saxon. This time it was as Athelstane, a Saxon noble.

Athelstane

Athelstane’s uncle, Cedric of Rotherwood, hopes that Athelstane will one day reclaim the throne of England from the Norman conquerors. But Athelstane is reluctant to involve himself in anything strenuous, being more interested in good food and wine than his uncle’s ambitions; neither is he head-over-heels in love with Cedric’s ward Rowena, though Cedric is determined they should marry.
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Ivanhoe: screencaps

Cedric of Rotherwood (Michael Hordern), his Fool, Wamba (George Innes) and Athelstane (Michael Gothard) are attending a tournament hosted by Prince John.



Cedric's ward, Rowena (Lysette Anthony) arrives. A little late, Athelstane rises to greet his betrothed, but she barely notices him, so he goes back to one of his favourite pastimes.
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