Macbeth
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Originally released in 1948. Macbeth is a drama film. directed by Orson Welles.
Starring Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, and Dan O'Herlihy
Synopsis
Three witches predict that Macbeth will ascend to the throne of Scotland. To fulfill this prophecy, Lady Macbeth convinces her husband to murder King Duncan, who has come to spend the night at their home. This crime plunges the new ruler into a macabre spiral that will lead him to sink into guilt and madness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (180 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Republic Pictures
- Mercury Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macbeth about?
Three witches predict that Macbeth will ascend to the throne of Scotland. To fulfill this prophecy, Lady Macbeth convinces her husband to murder King Duncan, who has come to spend the night at thei...
Who directed Macbeth?
Macbeth was directed by Orson Welles.
How long is Macbeth?
Macbeth has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Macbeth released?
Macbeth was released on October 1, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Macbeth?
The main cast of Macbeth includes Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, Dan O'Herlihy, Roddy McDowall, Edgar Barrier.
Is Macbeth worth watching?
Macbeth has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 180 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.