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Hamlet

"Passion, Betrayal, Revenge, A hostile takeover is underway."

May 12, 2000 1h 52m 5.8/10 (136 votes)

Originally released in 2000. Hamlet is a drama film. directed by Michael Almereyda.

Starring Ethan Hawke, Kyle MacLachlan, and Diane Venora

Synopsis

Modern day adaptation of Shakespeare's immortal story about Hamlet's plight to avenge his father's murder in New York City.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 12, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (136 votes)
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Budget $2M Production budget
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Box Office $1.6M 0.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,000,000
Revenue
$1,568,749

Production Companies

  • Miramax
  • double A Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamlet about?

Modern day adaptation of Shakespeare's immortal story about Hamlet's plight to avenge his father's murder in New York City.

Who directed Hamlet?

Hamlet was directed by Michael Almereyda.

How long is Hamlet?

Hamlet has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was Hamlet released?

Hamlet was released on May 12, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hamlet?

The main cast of Hamlet includes Ethan Hawke, Kyle MacLachlan, Diane Venora, Sam Shepard, Bill Murray.

Is Hamlet worth watching?

Hamlet has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 136 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.