Cunk on Shakespeare (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 2016, Cunk on Shakespeare is a comedy and documentary film directed by Lorry Powles, running about 29 minutes.
What it’s about. Comedy from Charlie Brooker starring Philomena Cunk, the witless commentator from Charlie Brooker's Weekly Wipe. Philomena knows absolutely nothing about Shakespeare, but that won't stop her attempting to present a groundbreaking documentary about him. Cunk will leave no stone unturned as she gets to the bottom of the Bard, visiting his birthplace, exploring the Globe, studying priceless artefacts and interviewing literally six different experts, including renowned actor Simon Russell Beale, Educating Yorkshire teacher Matthew Burton and top Shakespearean scholar Professor Stanley Wells. Shorter than Hamlet, funnier than King Lear and easier to spell than Cymbeline, Cunk On Shakespeare is absolutely the last word in Shakespeare documentaries.
Who’s in it. Cunk on Shakespeare stars Diane Morgan as Philomena Cunk, Simon Russell Beale as Self, Matthew Burton as Self and Ben Crystal as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Cunk on Shakespeare 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 Cunk on Shakespeare page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cunk on Shakespeare tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cunk on Shakespeare (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cunk on Shakespeare change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cunk on Shakespeare worth watching?
- Cunk on Shakespeare holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Cunk on Shakespeare?
- Cunk on Shakespeare stars Diane Morgan, Simon Russell Beale, Matthew Burton, Ben Crystal and Iqbal Khan.