Shakespeare in Love (1998)
Movie 2h 3m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, i want to feel something, teach me something
Released in 1998, Shakespeare in Love is a comedy, history and romance movie. It is directed by John Madden. The cast includes Jim Carter, Rupert Everett and Imelda Staunton. The running time is 2h 3m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
63Tonight Score Well rated, a classic.
Synopsis
Young Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter," before it's even written. When a lovely noblewoman auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love -- and his play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship progresses, Shakespeare's comedy soon transforms into tragedy.
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Cast & crew
- John MaddenDirector
- Jim Carteras Ralph Bashford
- Rupert Everettas Christopher Marlowe
- Imelda Stauntonas Nurse
- Ben Affleckas Ned Alleyn
- Tom Wilkinsonas Hugh Fennyman
- Geoffrey Rushas Philip Henslowe
- Judi Denchas Queen Elizabeth
- Gwyneth Paltrowas Viola De Lesseps
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Questions about Shakespeare in Love
- What genre is Shakespeare in Love?
- Shakespeare in Love is categorised as Comedy, History, Romance.
- Who stars in Shakespeare in Love?
- Jim Carter, Rupert Everett, Imelda Staunton, Ben Affleck, Tom Wilkinson appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Shakespeare in Love?
- John Madden directed Shakespeare in Love.
- How long is Shakespeare in Love?
- Shakespeare in Love runs for 2h 3m (123 minutes).
- Is Shakespeare in Love worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Shakespeare in Love?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
