Playing Shakespeare (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Series · ★ 9.7
Released in 1984, Playing Shakespeare is a documentary series.
What it’s about. John Barton holds a master class in how to play Shakespeare, using members of the RSC doing scenes, sonnets, and commentary as prime examples.
Who’s in it. Playing Shakespeare stars Lisa Harrow, Sinéad Cusack, John Barton and Patrick Stewart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.7/10, Playing Shakespeare 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 Playing Shakespeare page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing Shakespeare tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing Shakespeare (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing Shakespeare change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing Shakespeare worth watching?
- Playing Shakespeare holds an audience score of 9.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Playing Shakespeare?
- Playing Shakespeare stars Lisa Harrow, Sinéad Cusack, John Barton, Patrick Stewart and Richard Pasco.
- When was Playing Shakespeare released?
- Playing Shakespeare was released in 1984.