Macbeth

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19481h 47m7.3(188 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

Macbeth, the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth commits a treasonous act and takes the throne for himself.

Macbeth (1948) is a drama film directed by Orson Welles. It stars Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, and Dan O'Herlihy. The film runs for 1 hour 47 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.3 out of 10 from 188 votes.

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Director

Orson Welles

Cast

Orson Welles

Macbeth

Jeanette Nolan

Lady Macbeth

Dan O'Herlihy

Macduff

Roddy McDowall

Malcolm

Edgar Barrier

Banquo

Alan Napier

A Holy Father

Erskine Sanford

Duncan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Macbeth

Where can I watch Macbeth?

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Who stars in Macbeth?

Macbeth stars Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, Dan O'Herlihy, and Roddy McDowall, and was directed by Orson Welles.

How long is Macbeth?

Macbeth has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes.

When did Macbeth come out?

Macbeth was released in 1948.

What genre is Macbeth?

Macbeth is a drama film.

Is Macbeth worth watching?

Macbeth holds an average audience score of 7.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.