MacBeth (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1961, MacBeth is a drama film directed by Paul Almond, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a very theatrical version, full of sound & fury, histrionics and big arm movements. Cynical audiences might not buy into it, but if you were to go back to the early 1600s this is probably the way you'd see it. The plot of Macbeth, if you were snoozing during high school English class, is about an 11th century Scottish warrior who hatches a dubious plan to steal the throne. Spurred on by his wife Lady Macbeth, who wears the pants in the household, he finds himself swiftly slipping down the path of evil.
Who’s in it. MacBeth stars Sean Connery as MacBeth, Zoe Caldwell as Lady Macbeth, Robin Gammell as Malcolm and Bernard Behrens as Lennox, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, MacBeth has proved divisive with audiences.
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 (1961)?
- 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 4.2 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 Sean Connery, Zoe Caldwell, Robin Gammell, Bernard Behrens and Eric Christmas.
- When was MacBeth released?
- MacBeth was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.