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Macbeth
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Macbeth at a glance
Macbeth is a 1948 drama film, running 1h 47m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on BBC iPlayer.
Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1948-10-01
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Orson Welles
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.3 / 10 · 194 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmMacbeth, 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.
Cast
14 names
Orson WellesMacbeth
Jeanette NolanLady Macbeth
Dan O'HerlihyMacduff
Roddy McDowallMalcolm
Edgar BarrierBanquo
Alan NapierA Holy Father
Erskine SanfordDuncan
John DierkesRoss
Keene CurtisLennox
Peggy WebberLady Macduff/The Three
Lionel BrahamSiwardArchie HeuglyYoung Siward
Jerry FarberFleance
Christopher WellesMacduff Child
Questions about Macbeth
Quick answersWhere can I watch Macbeth in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Macbeth is listed on BBC iPlayer. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Macbeth suitable for children?
Macbeth is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Macbeth about?
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.
How long is Macbeth?
Macbeth runs for 1h 47m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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