William Shakespeare's Hamlet (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film
Released in 1990, William Shakespeare's Hamlet is a notable film directed by Kirk Browning, running about 165 minutes. “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Danish prince and university student avenges his father's murder by his uncle, who stole the crown and married his mother.
Who’s in it. William Shakespeare's Hamlet stars Kevin Kline as Hamlet, MacIntyre Dixon as Francisco/Gravedigger/Player, Rene Rivera as Bernardo/Lucianus and Bill Camp as Marcellus/Sailor/Player, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch William Shakespeare's Hamlet page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch William Shakespeare's Hamlet (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for William Shakespeare's Hamlet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in William Shakespeare's Hamlet?
- William Shakespeare's Hamlet stars Kevin Kline, MacIntyre Dixon, Rene Rivera, Bill Camp and Peter Francis James.
- When was William Shakespeare's Hamlet released?
- William Shakespeare's Hamlet was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.