Macbeth (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1964, Macbeth is a drama and tv movie film directed by George Schaefer, running about 108 minutes. “For the first time on the giant screen in blazing TECHNICOLOR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hallmark Hall of Fame's second version of Shakespeare's classic play, with the same two stars and the same director as its first version, but a different supporting cast.
Who’s in it. Macbeth stars Maurice Evans as Macbeth, Judith Anderson as Lady Macbeth, Michael Hordern as Banquo and Ian Bannen as Macduff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Macbeth sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
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 (1964)?
- 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 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Macbeth?
- Macbeth stars Maurice Evans, Judith Anderson, Michael Hordern, Ian Bannen and Felix Aylmer.
- When was Macbeth released?
- Macbeth was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.