Hamlet
"The extraordinary adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale of vengeance and tragedy."
Originally released in 1990. Hamlet is a drama/history film. directed by Franco Zeffirelli. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, and Alan Bates
Synopsis
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, finds out that his uncle Claudius killed his father to obtain the throne, and plans revenge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (424 votes)
Budget
$13.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$20.7M
1.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,500,000
- Revenue
- $20,700,000
Production Companies
- Icon Productions
- Nelson Entertainment
- Sovereign Pictures
- Canal+
- Carolco Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlet about?
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, finds out that his uncle Claudius killed his father to obtain the throne, and plans revenge.
Who directed Hamlet?
Hamlet was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
How long is Hamlet?
Hamlet has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Hamlet released?
Hamlet was released on December 19, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hamlet?
The main cast of Hamlet includes Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, Alan Bates, Paul Scofield, Ian Holm.
Is Hamlet worth watching?
Hamlet has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 424 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.