Hamlet
The extraordinary adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale of vengeance and tragedy.
19902h 10m6.6(446 votes)
DramaHistory
Synopsis
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, finds out that his uncle Claudius killed his father to obtain the throne, and plans revenge.
Hamlet (1990) is a drama and history film directed by Franco Zeffirelli. It stars Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, and Alan Bates. The film runs for 2 hours 10 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.6 out of 10 from 446 votes.
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Director
Cast
Mel Gibson
Hamlet
Glenn Close
Gertrude
Alan Bates
Claudius
Paul Scofield
The Ghost
Ian Holm
Polonius
Helena Bonham Carter
Ophelia
Stephen Dillane
Horatio
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Who stars in Hamlet?
Hamlet stars Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, Alan Bates, and Paul Scofield, and was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
How long is Hamlet?
Hamlet has a runtime of 2 hours 10 minutes.
When did Hamlet come out?
Hamlet was released in 1990.
What genre is Hamlet?
Hamlet is a drama and history film.
Is Hamlet worth watching?
Hamlet holds an average audience score of 6.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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