Shakespeare Uncovered
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Shakespeare Uncovered combines history, biography, iconic performances, analysis and the personal passion of its hosts to tell the story behind the stories of Shakespeare's greatest plays.

2012 · 52m
Starring Jade Anouka, Tom Hiddleston, Tori Sparks
Director Fiona Stourton, Richard Denton

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    Macbeth With Ethan Hawke
    Ethan Hawke invites viewers to join him in his quest to play Shakespeare's murderous Thane of Cawdor by uncovering the true story that served as inspiration, immersing himself in some of the most memorable and innovative productions and discovering Shakespeare's extraordinary insights into the criminal mind.
    52m
  • EPISODE 2
    The Comedies With Joely Richardson
    Joely Richardson investigates (with her mother Vanessa Redgrave) the legacy of these two brilliant cross-dressing comedies and the great comic and romantic heroines created by Shakespeare in two perennially popular plays.
    51m
  • EPISODE 3
    Richard II With Derek Jacobi
    In returning to the role of a deposed monarch whose crown is taken from him, Derek Jacobi takes a 360-degree view of this great political thriller whose title character he played more than 30 years ago.
    51m
  • EPISODE 4
    Henry IV and Henry V With Jeremy Irons
    Join Jeremy Irons as he uncovers the enduring appeal of Shakespeare’s "history plays."
    51m
  • EPISODE 5
    Hamlet With David Tennant
    Meet with David Tennant and fellow Hamlets who compare notes on the challenge of playing the iconic role.
    52m
  • EPISODE 6
    The Tempest With Trevor Nunn
    Travel with director Trevor Nunn through the magical, mysterious world of the Bard’s last complete play.
    52m

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Cast & Crew

  • Jade Anouka
    Juliet
  • Tom Hiddleston
    Henry V
  • T‌S
    Tori Sparks
    Lady Macbeth
  • David Tennant
    Hamlet
  • Michael Benz
    Ferdinand
  • Harriet Walter
    Actor
  • Fiona Stourton
    Director
  • Richard Denton
    Director

About

Shakespeare Uncovered

Documentary

Shakespeare Uncovered combines history, biography, iconic performances, analysis and the personal passion of its hosts to tell the story behind the stories of Shakespeare's greatest plays.

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Studio
BBC
Released
2012
Rated
TV-14
© 2013 WNET

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