Hamlet (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Hamlet is a 2024 drama thriller directed by Sean Mathias, starring Ian McKellen as Hamlet, Emmanuella Cole and Steven Berkoff. It is based on Hamlet by William Shakespeare and T. J. B. Spencer. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes and earned $222,812 worldwide. It holds 78% on TMDB.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 57m (117 min)
- Director
- Sean Mathias
- Original language
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English - Studio
- BKStudios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hamlet About?
The premise of Hamlet without spoilers, adapted from Hamlet by William Shakespeare and T. J. B. Spencer. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A timeless story of revenge and tragedy unfolds in this reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic. The film is a gripping psychological thriller, transforming the Theatre Royal Windsor into the immortal Elsinore Castle. From the basement dungeon to the rooftop battlement, nearly every room of the theatre is utilized to create a visually stunning and emotionally intense experience, exploring themes of betrayal, madness, and justice.
Hamlet Themes & Keywords
· 7 tags- based on play by same name
- uncle nephew relationship
- stepfather stepson relationship
- based on shakespeare play
- mother son relationship
- revenge
- based on play
Hamlet Cast & Characters
Ian McKellen leads the cast as Hamlet, with Emmanuella Cole as Laertes and Steven Berkoff as Polonius. Directed by Sean Mathias; 18 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sean Mathias
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Ian McKellen as Hamlet - Emmanuella Cole as Laertes
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Steven Berkoff as Polonius -
Frances Barber as First Player / Player Queen / Second Clown
Also Starring in Hamlet
· 14 more- Jenny Seagrove Queen Gertrude
- Francesca Annis Ghost
- Jonathan Hyde Claudius
- Lee Knight Rosencrantz / Guard
- Asif Khan Guildenstern / Guard
- Ben Allen Horatio
- Missy Malek Osric / Player Prologue
- William Bozier Player King / Dancer
- Ashley D Gayle Marcellus / Player Lucianus / Sailor
- Alis Wyn Davies Ophelia
- Nick Howard-Brown Player King / Captain / Doctor of Divinity
- Llinos Daniel First Clown / Voltemand / Player Musician
- Olivia Fines Player Queen / Dancer
- George Olney Poisoner / Dancer
More from Sean Mathias
More films directed by Sean Mathias: Ian McKellen on Stage: With Tolkien, Shakespeare, Others and YOU and Bent.
Hamlet Reviews & Ratings
Hamlet holds 78% on TMDB.
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TMDB 78% User score
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Hamlet Plot Summary
What happens in Hamlet from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Dana Marschz is a recovering alcoholic and once-ambitious actor who now teaches high school drama in Tucson, Arizona. Though he views himself as an inspirational mentor, his classroom spirit is tested by two devoted students, Rand Posin and Epiphany Sellars, and a string of underwhelming school productions that largely remix popular Hollywood films (his latest being Erin Brockovich) for the stage. When a new term begins, budget cuts force a fresh intake of students into his class, and Dana finds himself at odds with Octavio, a new pupil who challenges his authority and methods.
Full summary
The whole story of Hamlet, scene by scene
Hamlet Box Office
Hamlet grossed $222,812 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$222.8K
- International
- $222.8K
Hamlet Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Trailer
How Well Do You Know Hamlet?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the high‑school drama teacher at the center of the film?
Hamlet Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Hamlet presented by BK Studios” and “Гамлет”.
- Also known as
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- Hamlet presented by BK Studios
- Гамлет
- هملت
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Hamlet FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Hamlet, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hamlet?
Hamlet runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).
When was Hamlet released?
Hamlet was released on February 27, 2024.
Who directed Hamlet?
Hamlet was directed by Sean Mathias.
More films by Sean Mathias Who is in the cast of Hamlet?
Hamlet stars Ian McKellen as Hamlet, Emmanuella Cole as Laertes and Steven Berkoff as Polonius, among 18 credited actors.
How much did Hamlet make at the box office?
Hamlet grossed $222,812 worldwide.
How is Hamlet rated?
Hamlet has 78% on TMDB.
Is Hamlet based on a book?
Yes. Hamlet is adapted from Hamlet by William Shakespeare and T. J. B. Spencer.
Does Hamlet have a post-credit scene?
No. Hamlet has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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