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The Royal Oak is a 1923 British silent historical drama film directed by Maurice Elvey and starring Betty Compson, Henry Ainley and Henry Victor.[1] It was based on the 1889 play The Royal OakbyHenry Hamilton and Augustus Harris. The title references the Royal Oak in which Charles is said to have hidden. The film proved popular and was re-released in 1929 by Equity British Films.
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| Directed by | Maurice Elvey |
| Written by | Lucita Squier |
| Based on | The Royal Oak byHenry Hamilton and Augustus Harris |
| Starring | Betty Compson Henry Ainley Henry Victor Clive Brook |
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| Distributed by | Stoll Pictures |
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Running time | 82 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
A woman disguises herself as Charles II in order to allow the real King to escape Oliver Cromwell's troops after the Royalist defeat at the Battle of Worcester.
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