In the Trojan War, the Greek army is camped outside Troy and Achilles refuses to fight. Inside the city Troilus, the Trojan King's son, falls in love with Cressida, whose father has defected to the Greek camp. In an exchange of prisoners the couple are split. The honour of lovers and soldiers is tested as a fierce battle begins.

Revised by: Colin Burrow
Introduction by: Colin Burrow
Other adaptation by: Stanley W. Wells, T. J. B. Spencer