National Theatre Live: Hamlet(2015)
Overview
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father's death but paralyzed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state.
Director
Robin Lough
Studio
National Theatre
Cast
Benedict Cumberbatch
as Hamlet
Ciarán Hinds
as Claudius
Anastasia Hille
as Gertrude
Sian Brooke
as Ophelia
Jim Norton
as Polonius
Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
as Laertes
Leo Bill
as Horatio
Matthew Steer
as Rosencrantz
Rudi Dharmalingam
as Guildenstern
Sergo Vares
as Fortinbras
Barry Aird
as Danish Soldier / Norwegian Soldier
Eddie Arnold
as Captain / Servant
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2015
Runtime
3h 37m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Production Companies
National Theatre • Sonia Friedman Productions
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Where can I watch National Theatre Live: Hamlet?▼
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What is National Theatre Live: Hamlet about?▼
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father's death but paralyzed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state.
Who directed National Theatre Live: Hamlet?▼
National Theatre Live: Hamlet was directed by Robin Lough and released in 2015. It is a drama film.
How long is National Theatre Live: Hamlet?▼
National Theatre Live: Hamlet has a runtime of 3 hours and 37 minutes (217 minutes total).
Who stars in National Theatre Live: Hamlet?▼
The cast of National Theatre Live: Hamlet includes Benedict Cumberbatch as Hamlet, Ciarán Hinds as Claudius, Anastasia Hille as Gertrude, Sian Brooke as Ophelia, Jim Norton as Polonius and more.
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