Macbeth (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1981, Macbeth is a drama film directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. An adaptation of Shakespeare's play.
Who’s in it. Macbeth stars Jeremy Brett as Macbeth, Piper Laurie as Lady Macbeth, Simon MacCorkindale as Macduff and Richard Alfieri as Malcolm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Macbeth has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Macbeth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Macbeth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Macbeth (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Macbeth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Macbeth worth watching?
- Macbeth holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Macbeth?
- Macbeth stars Jeremy Brett, Piper Laurie, Simon MacCorkindale, Richard Alfieri and Barry Primus.
- When was Macbeth released?
- Macbeth was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.