National Theatre Live: Macbeth (2013)

  • NR
  • 10/17/2013 (US)
  • Drama, Action
  • 2h 20m

Overview

Performing from within the walls of a deconsecrated Manchester church, Kenneth Branagh takes the lead role in this ambitious production of William Shakespeare's tragic tale of ambition and treachery.

Tim Van Someren

Director

Cast

Kenneth Branagh's headshot

Kenneth Branagh

Macbeth, Thane of Glamis and Cawdor, general in the King's army
Alex Kingston's headshot

Alex Kingston

Lady Macbeth, his wife
Ray Fearon's headshot

Ray Fearon

Macduff, Thane of Fife, nobleman of Scotland
Rosalie Craig's headshot

Rosalie Craig

Lady Macduff, his wife
John Shrapnel's headshot

John Shrapnel

Duncan, King of Scotland/Seyton, attendant to Macbeth/Old Man
Alexander Vlahos's headshot

Alexander Vlahos

Malcolm, elder son of Duncan
Elliot Balchin's headshot

Elliot Balchin

Donalbain, younger son of Duncan
Jimmy Yuill's headshot

Jimmy Yuill

Banquo, Thane of Lochaber, general in the King's army

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