National Theatre Live: Hamlet (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2015, National Theatre Live: Hamlet is a drama and romance film directed by Lindsey Turner, running about 217 minutes.
What it’s 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’s in it. National Theatre Live: Hamlet stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Hamlet, Ciarán Hinds as Claudius, Morag Siller as Voltemand and Leo Bill as Horatio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, National Theatre Live: Hamlet has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch National Theatre Live: Hamlet page.
If you liked it. Fans of National Theatre Live: Hamlet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch National Theatre Live: Hamlet (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for National Theatre Live: Hamlet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is National Theatre Live: Hamlet worth watching?
- National Theatre Live: Hamlet holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in National Theatre Live: Hamlet?
- National Theatre Live: Hamlet stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Ciarán Hinds, Morag Siller, Leo Bill and Jim Norton.
- When was National Theatre Live: Hamlet released?
- National Theatre Live: Hamlet was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 217 minutes.