Hamlet (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1917, Hamlet is a drama, crime, family and history film directed by Eleuterio Rodolfi, running about 47 minutes.
What it’s about. The short film tells the story of Hamlet, who was forced to flee from the treachery of the usurper of the throne who had killed all the relatives of the young. But he will now return to the castle to avenge his father ...
Who’s in it. Hamlet stars Ruggero Ruggeri as Hamlet, Helena Makowska as Ophelia, Mercedes Brignone as Gertrude and Martelli as Claudius, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Hamlet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hamlet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hamlet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hamlet (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hamlet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hamlet worth watching?
- Hamlet holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, family and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hamlet?
- Hamlet stars Ruggero Ruggeri, Helena Makowska, Mercedes Brignone, Martelli and Armand Pouget.
- When was Hamlet released?
- Hamlet was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.