Hamlet (1969)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Hamlet
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video | — |
| Netherlands | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Sweden | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Hamlet in 5 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
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 on faces and language rather than action. Hamlet is a Drama movie, released on 1969-12-21, runtime 117 minutes.
Is Hamlet worth watching?
TMDB users rate Hamlet 5.8 out of 10 from 15 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch Hamlet?
In the United States, Hamlet can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 7 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Tony Richardson
Cast
- Nicol Williamson as Hamlet / King Hamlet
- Anthony Hopkins as Claudius
- Judy Parfitt as Gertrude
- Marianne Faithfull as Ophelia
- Mark Dignam as Polonius
- Gordon Jackson as Horatio
- Ben Aris as Rosencrantz
- Clive Graham as Guildenstern
- Roger Livesey as First Player / Gravedigger
- Michael Elphick as Captain
- Roger Lloyd Pack as Reynaldo
- Michael Pennington as Laertes
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Sources
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