Hamlet movie poster

Hamlet

December 21, 1969 1h 57m 5.7/10 (13 votes)

Originally released in 1969. Hamlet is a drama film. directed by Tony Richardson.

Starring Nicol Williamson, Anthony Hopkins, and Judy Parfitt

Synopsis

Tony Richardson's Hamlet is based on his own stage production. Filmed entirely within the Roundhouse in London (a disused train shed), it is shot almost entirely in close up, focusing the attention on faces and language rather than action.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 21, 1969 56 years ago
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Runtime 1h 57m 117 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (13 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Filmways Pictures
  • Woodfall Film Productions
  • Columbia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamlet about?

Tony Richardson's Hamlet is based on his own stage production. Filmed entirely within the Roundhouse in London (a disused train shed), it is shot almost entirely in close up, focusing the attention...

Who directed Hamlet?

Hamlet was directed by Tony Richardson.

How long is Hamlet?

Hamlet has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).

When was Hamlet released?

Hamlet was released on December 21, 1969 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hamlet?

The main cast of Hamlet includes Nicol Williamson, Anthony Hopkins, Judy Parfitt, Marianne Faithfull, Mark Dignam.