The Taming of the Shrew (2016): Cast & Box Office
The Taming of the Shrew is a 2016 comedy directed by Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham, starring Ben Carlson as Petruchio / Christopher Sly, Thomas Olajide and Andrew Robinson. It runs 2 hours 36 minutes and earned $228,755 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 36m (156 min)
- Directors
- Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Melbar Entertainment Group
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Taming of the Shrew About?
The premise of The Taming of the Shrew without spoilers.
A spirited and lively adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy explores the complex relationship between Kate and Petruchio. The story follows Petruchio’s attempts to tame the sharp-tongued and headstrong Kate, raising questions about the nature of courtship and the power dynamics between men and women. It’s a humorous and thought-provoking look at societal expectations and the journey to find genuine connection.
The Taming of the Shrew Cast & Characters
Ben Carlson leads the cast as Petruchio / Christopher Sly, with Thomas Olajide as Nathaniel / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson and Andrew Robinson as Gregory / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson. Directed by Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham; 23 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Barry Avrich - Co-director Chris Abraham
- Ben Carlson as Petruchio / Christopher Sly
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Thomas Olajide as Nathaniel / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson - Andrew Robinson as Gregory / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Robert King as Vincentio / Peter / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
Also Starring in The Taming of the Shrew
· 19 more- Mike Shara Hortensio
- Tom Rooney Tranio
- Derek Moran Joseph / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Sanjay Talwar Tailor / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Josue Laboucane Sugarsop / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Michael Spencer-Davis Gremio
- Jennifer Mogbock Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Peter Hutt Baptista Minola / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Sarah Orenstein Widow
- Gordon S. Miller Biondello
- Brad Rudy Curtis / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Cyrus Lane Lucentio / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Ijeoma Emesowum Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Xuan Fraser Nicholas / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Brian Tree Grumio
- Sarah Afful Bianca
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- Deborah Hay Katherina
- John Kirkpatrick Pedant / Philip / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
- Ayrin Mackie Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson
More from Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham
More films directed by Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham, best-rated first: Prosecuting Evil, The Last Mogul, The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue and Oscar Peterson: Black + White.
The Taming of the Shrew Box Office
The Taming of the Shrew grossed $228,755 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$228.8K
- International
- $228.8K
The Taming of the Shrew Also Known As
Also known as “驯悍记”.
- Also known as
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- 驯悍记
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The Taming of the Shrew FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of The Taming of the Shrew, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew runs 2 hours 36 minutes (156 minutes).
When was The Taming of the Shrew released?
The Taming of the Shrew was released on March 12, 2016.
Who directed The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew was directed by Barry Avrich and Chris Abraham.
More films by Barry Avrich Who is in the cast of The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew stars Ben Carlson as Petruchio / Christopher Sly, Thomas Olajide as Nathaniel / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson and Andrew Robinson as Gregory / Merchant / Servant / Attendant / Market Worker / Officer / Usher / Townsperson, among 23 credited actors.
How much did The Taming of the Shrew make at the box office?
The Taming of the Shrew grossed $228,755 worldwide.
Does The Taming of the Shrew have a post-credit scene?
No. The Taming of the Shrew has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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