
Barrymore Excerpt: John Barrymore Introduces Himself
Clip: Season 41 Episode 13 | 2m 26s
Christopher Plummer, playing John Barrymore, introduces himself to the audience.
In this opening scene excerpt, acting legend John Barrymore (Christopher Plummer) introduces himself to the audience. He explains the anticipated revival of his "Richard III" production and mixes a drink to toast his late friend and fellow alcoholic, Henry.
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Major series funding for GREAT PERFORMANCES is provided by The Joseph & Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Arts Fund, the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Sue...

Barrymore Excerpt: John Barrymore Introduces Himself
Clip: Season 41 Episode 13 | 2m 26s
In this opening scene excerpt, acting legend John Barrymore (Christopher Plummer) introduces himself to the audience. He explains the anticipated revival of his "Richard III" production and mixes a drink to toast his late friend and fellow alcoholic, Henry.
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Preview: S41 Ep13 | 30s | Christopher Plummer plays actor John Barrymore in this film adaptation of the play. (30s)
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Major series funding for GREAT PERFORMANCES is provided by The Joseph & Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Arts Fund, the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Sue...