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2012954 minPGdocumentary

6.5/ 10(10 ratings)• TMDB

Shakespeare Uncovered

2012954 minPGdocumentary

6.5/ 10(10 ratings)• TMDB

Explore Shakespeare's genius through captivating performances and insights.

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Explore Shakespeare's genius through captivating performances and insights.

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Joely Richardson

Joely Richardsoncast

Vanessa Redgrave

Vanessa Redgravecast

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawkecast

Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobicast

Trevor Nunn

Trevor Nunncast

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Celebrity hosts guide viewers through William Shakespeare's plays in performance. Each episode serves as a primer for newcomers to Shakespeare while serving up enough historical and theatrical insights to enchant lifelong fans.

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