Shakespeare Behind Bars (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2005, Shakespeare Behind Bars is a documentary film directed by Hank Rogerson, running about 93 minutes. “Murderers, Fugitives, Thieves... Shakespeare would have loved these guys” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Twenty male inmates in a Kentucky prison form an unlikely Shakespearean acting troupe.
Who’s in it. Shakespeare Behind Bars stars Hank Rogerson as self and Jilann Spitzmiller as self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Shakespeare Behind Bars has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $49 at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Fetch TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shakespeare Behind Bars page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shakespeare Behind Bars tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shakespeare Behind Bars (2005)?
- In AU, Shakespeare Behind Bars is available to rent or buy from Fetch TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shakespeare Behind Bars worth watching?
- Shakespeare Behind Bars holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shakespeare Behind Bars?
- Shakespeare Behind Bars stars Hank Rogerson and Jilann Spitzmiller.
- When was Shakespeare Behind Bars released?
- Shakespeare Behind Bars was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.