Hamlet (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1964, Hamlet is a drama and tv movie film directed by Joseph Papp, running about 260 minutes.
What it’s about. Hamlet suspects his uncle has murdered his father to claim the throne of Denmark, and the hand of Hamlet's mother, but the prince cannot decide whether or not he should take vengeance.
Who’s in it. Hamlet stars Alfred Ryder as Hamlet, Howard Da Silva as Claudius, Nan Martin as Gertrude and Staats Cotsworth as Polonius, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Hamlet 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 Hamlet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hamlet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hamlet (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hamlet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hamlet worth watching?
- Hamlet holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hamlet?
- Hamlet stars Alfred Ryder, Howard Da Silva, Nan Martin, Staats Cotsworth and Julie Harris.
- When was Hamlet released?
- Hamlet was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 260 minutes.