| Henry VIII | |
| Cinematography: | Will Barker |
| Editing: | Will Barker |
| Studio: | Barker Films |
| Distributor: | Globe Films |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Language: | Silent English intertitles |
Henry VIII is a 1911 British silent historical film directed by Will Barker and starring Arthur Bourchier, Herbert Tree and Violet Vanbrugh.[1] It is based on William Shakespeare and John Fletcher's play Henry VIII. Tree was paid £1,000 for his role as Cardinal Wolsey which was revealed as part of the film's publicity.[2] The writer Louis N. Parker was employed as an adviser on historical accuracy.
The film's success sparked a mini-boom in Shakespeare adaptations.[3]