Great Performances

Barrymore Excerpt: Rehearsing "Richard III"

Clip: Season 41 Episode 13 | 2m 54s

John Barrymore (Christopher Plummer) banters with his line prompter Frank before beginning a rehearsal of "Richard III," in which he tries to remember the lines that once made him famous. "Barrymore" premieres Friday, January 30 at 9 pm ET on PBS. Check local listings.

Aired: 01/31/14

Rating: TV-14

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