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National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing

Synopsis

Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick.

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Much Ado About Nothing: Official Trailer | National Theatre Live - Broadcast Live 1 DecemberOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-08-04

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 8, 2022

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Simon Godwin
Screenplay & Story
William Shakespeare
Original Score
Michael Bruce
Original Title
National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
3h 0m
Production Studios
National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Simon Godwin

Screenplay & Story

William Shakespeare

Original Score & Music

Michael Bruce

Department Leadership Roster

Simon Godwin

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

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What is National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing about?

Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick.

Who directed National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing?

National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing was directed by Simon Godwin.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing includes Katherine Parkinson, Ioanna Kimbook, John Heffernan, David Fynn, Eben Figueiredo.

When was National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 3h 0m.

Who composed the musical score for National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing?

The original motion picture soundtrack for National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing was composed by Michael Bruce.

What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing?

National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).