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Discovering Hamlet

Discovering Hamlet

Discovering Hamlet
1990 0h 52m5.7

Discovering Hamlet

Documentary
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IN 1988, rising star Kenneth Branagh tackled the role of Shakespeare’s prince of Denmark for the first time in his professional career under the guidance of celebrated actor Derek Jacobi. Narrated by Patrick Stewart, this hour-long film documents how Kenneth Branagh and Derek Jacobi, two intelligent and passionate men, found new depths in Shakespeare’s classic drama, Hamlet. Filmmakers Mark Olshaker and Larry Klein follow the company through four weeks of rehearsals, from the first read-throughs to opening night.

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DirectorMark Olshaker
ScreenplayMark Olshaker
StatusReleased
ReleasedJanuary 7, 1990
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime0h 52m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 5.7 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.8 / 10
Votes6
GenresDocumentary
StudioUnicorn Projects

Cast

Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobi

Himself

Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh

Himself / Hamlet

Richard Easton

Richard Easton

Himself / Claudius

Patrick Stewart

Patrick Stewart

Narrator

Richard Clifford

Richard Clifford

Himself / Horatio

Edward Jewesbury

Edward Jewesbury

Himself / Polonius

David Parfitt

David Parfitt

Himself / Rosencrantz

Sophie Thompson

Sophie Thompson

Herself / Ophelia

Jay Villiers

Jay Villiers

Himself / Laertes

Jimmy Yuill

Jimmy Yuill

Himself / Guildenstern

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Frequently Asked Questions about Discovering Hamlet

Where can I watch Discovering Hamlet?

Discovering Hamlet (1990) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Discovering Hamlet about?

IN 1988, rising star Kenneth Branagh tackled the role of Shakespeare’s prince of Denmark for the first time in his professional career under the guidance of celebrated actor Derek Jacobi. Narrated by Patrick Stewart, this hour-long film documents how Kenneth Branagh and Derek...

Who directed Discovering Hamlet?

Discovering Hamlet (1990) was directed by Mark Olshaker. The film is a Documentary production with a runtime of 0h 52m, rated 5.7/10.

How long is Discovering Hamlet?

Discovering Hamlet runs 0h 52m (52 minutes total). Audience rating: 5.7/10 from 6 votes. Genre: Documentary.

Is Discovering Hamlet worth watching?

Discovering Hamlet is rated 5.7/10 by 6 viewers — below average. A good pick for Documentary fans.