Richard, the 'Lionheart', was born on 8th September 1157 at Oxford ... he was captured and imprisoned by Duke Leopold, whom Richard had insulted while on Crusade. After a ransom was paid he returned ...

The aging King Henry II ... order to survive. As Richard overcomes each new challenger, his strength, ingenuity and character are proven, and the legend of Richard the Lionheart is born.

The reign of Richard the Lionheart was one of the most eventful ... this is the story of a born solider and a mighty king of England.