Two young actors embark on a road trip to get to the heart of the world’s greatest storyteller, William Shakespeare.
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Documentary
Shakespeare Uncovered
In Shakespeare Uncovered, join esteemed hosts like Morgan Freeman, Hugh Bonneville, Kim Cattrall, Joseph Fiennes, David Harewood, and Christopher Plummer as they take a deep dive into one of their favorite Shakespearean plays. In this captivating series, each episode offers expert analysis and insight, giving a fresh perspective on beloved classics like The Taming of the Shrew, Othello, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Antony and Cleopatra, and King Lear. In candid interviews renowned actors and directors share their deep-seated passion for these iconic works, offering valuable insights and plenty of behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
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- 2 Seasons
- 2012-2018
- Documentary
- 15, TV-14
In Shakespeare Uncovered, join esteemed hosts like Morgan Freeman, Hugh Bonneville, Kim Cattrall, Joseph Fiennes, David Harewood, and Christopher Plummer as they take a deep dive into one of their favorite Shakespearean plays. In this captivating series, each episode offers expert analysis and insight, giving a fresh perspective on beloved classics like The Taming of the Shrew, Othello, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Antony and Cleopatra, and King Lear. In candid interviews renowned actors and directors share their deep-seated passion for these iconic works, offering valuable insights and plenty of behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
Cast & Crew
(Director), Joseph Fiennes (Self), Jade Anouka (Juliet), Orlando Bloom (Self), Dola Rashad (Self), Stephen Sondheim (Self), (Director), Morgan Freeman (Self), Sinéad Cusack (Self), Julia Stiles (Self), Tracey Ullman (Self), Hugh Bonneville (Self), Ralph Fiennes (Self), Michael Grandage (Self), Sheridan Smith (Self), Julie Taymor (Self), David Walliams (Self), (Director), David Harewood (Self), Adrian Lester (Self), Simon Russell Beale (Self), Ian McKellen (Self), Patrick Stewart (Self), (Director), Kim Cattrall (Self), Janet Suzman (Self), Harriet Walter (Self), Vanessa Redgrave (Self), Christopher Plummer (Self), Jonathan Miller (Self), Olivia Vinall (Self), Helen Hunt (Self), Antony Sher (Self), F. Murray Abraham (Self), Brian Cox (Self), Romola Garai (Self), David Tennant (Self), (Director), Joely Richardson (Self), Ethan Hawke (Self), Sir Trevor Nunn (Self), Jeremy Irons (Self), Derek Jacobi (Self)1. Taming of the Shrew with Morgan Freeman
Join Morgan Freeman as he takes a deep dive into the magic of Shakespeare's "The Taming of The Shrew."
52 mins
2. Antony and Cleopatra with Kim Cattrall
Join Kim Cattrall as she explores Shakespeare's ''Antony and Cleopatra.''
52 mins
3. Romeo and Juliet with Joseph Fiennes
Joseph Fiennes delves deep into the love story that has captivated audiences for centuries, ''Romeo and Juliet.''
51 mins
4. A Midsummer Night's Dream with Hugh Bonneville
In this episode of Shakespeare Uncovered, Hugh Bonneville explores the timeless magic of ''A Midsummer Night's Dream.''
52 mins
5. Othello with David Harewood
As the first black actor to portray Othello at London's National Theatre, David Harewood brings his unique perspective to this exploration of Shakespeare's ''Othello.''
52 mins
6. King Lear with Christopher Plummer
In this episode, Christopher Plummer shares his insights and reflections on some of his favorite interpretations of Shakespeare's ''King Lear.''
52 mins