King Henry IV faces unrest in his kingdom as rebels, led by Hotspur (Henry Percy), grow increasingly defiant. The King wishes his own son, Prince Hal, were more like Hotspur. Meanwhile, Hal spends his time with the jolly but corrupt Sir John Falstaff, engaging in pranks and tavern life. Hotspur refuses to turn over his prisoners to the King, fueling tensions. Summary by Dream AudioBooks