King Edward IV — Tower of London Character Profile

About King Edward IV

Richard's brother who currently occupies the English throne. His death removes the final barrier to Richard's succession, allowing him to become King Richard III.

Character Facts

Played by

Ian Hunter

Appears in

Tower of London (1939)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• King Edward IV — Conflict Succession Rival — Henry Tudor (Ralph Forbes)

  Edward holds the crown that Henry Tudor is exiled from, creating a direct succession conflict.

• King Edward IV — Professional Indirect Rival — Mord (Boris Karloff)

  Mord's duties directly threaten the royal lineage and stability of Edward IV's reign.

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