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Four weeks of rehearsals at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre lead to Kenneth Branagh's debut as Hamlet, guided by actor Derek Jacobi.

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Why Watch

  • See Kenneth Branagh's first take on Hamlet.
  • Meet Derek Jacobi as he guides Branagh.
  • Find out what happens behind the scenes.

Did You Know

  • Kenneth Branagh played Hamlet for the first time in 1988.
  • The documentary covers four weeks of rehearsals.
  • The film is narrated by actor Patrick Stewart.
  • The production took place at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

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Shakespeare enthusiastsTheater loversFans of Kenneth Branagh
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Who directed the documentary Discovering Hamlet?

Mark Olshaker directed the documentary Discovering Hamlet.

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Kenneth Branagh took on the role of Hamlet for the first time in 1988.

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Patrick Stewart narrated Discovering Hamlet.

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