Storyline
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father's death but paralyzed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Benedict Cumberbatch
Hamlet
Ciarán Hinds
Claudius
Anastasia Hille
Gertrude
Sian Brooke
Ophelia
Jim Norton
Polonius
Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
Laertes
Leo Bill
Horatio
Matthew Steer
Rosencrantz
Rudi Dharmalingam
Guildenstern
Sergo Vares
Fortinbras
Barry Aird
Danish Soldier / Norwegian Soldier
Eddie Arnold
Captain / Servant
Frequently Asked Questions
National Theatre Live: Hamlet was released on October 15, 2015.
The runtime of National Theatre Live: Hamlet is 3h 37m.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet is a Drama movie.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet was directed by Robin Lough.
The main cast of National Theatre Live: Hamlet includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Ciarán Hinds, Anastasia Hille.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet is originally in English.