
National Theatre Live: Hamlet (2026)
‘The play’s the thing’
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question–you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.
User rating:
Cast
|
Hiran Abeysekera | As: Hamlet |
|
Phil Cheadle | As: Marcellus |
|
Ayesha Dharker | As: Gertrude |
|
Tom Glenister | As: Laertes |
|
Francesca Mills | As: Ophelia |
See More
Storyline
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question–you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.
Tagline: | ‘The play’s the thing’ |
Certification: | Unknown |
Cast
|
Hiran Abeysekera |
Hamlet |
|
Phil Cheadle |
Marcellus |
|
Ayesha Dharker |
Gertrude |
|
Tom Glenister |
Laertes |
|
Francesca Mills |
Ophelia |
|
Alistair Petrie |
Claudius |
Directed By
|
Robert Hastie |
Director |
Writing Credits
Production Crew
Edited By
Costume and Makeup
Sound
Visual Effects
Camera
Lighting
Art Department
|
Ben Stones |
Set Designer |
Other Crew
Reviews & Recommendations
Video Gallery
Coming Soon...
Photo Gallery
Coming Soon...