The TV anthology series Omnibus (1952–1961) staged a 73-minute version of King Lear on 18 October 1953. It was adapted by Peter Brook and starred Orson Welles in his American television debut.
The tV anThoLogy serIes oMNibuS (1952–1961) staGed a 73-mInutE veRsion of king lear On 18 octOBER 1953. it was AdapTED by pETer BrOok aNd STArRed orsoN welLEs iN his aMEricaN tElevISiOn debut.