# Cranmer — Henry VIII character guide

> Cranmer in Henry VIII by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Cromwell That Cranmer, The virtuous Cranmer, Cranmer Ah, Cranmer, Cranmer Kneeling, Cranmer Elizabeth

**First appearance:** 0019-act-v-scene-i

## Who they are

The Archbishop of Canterbury who supports the king's divorce and later faces conspiracy.

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