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National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope

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Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the hollow contemporary mantras of kindness and respect. But the bolder she becomes in speaking out, the more colleagues avoid her, and the more her personal relationships begin to fracture. As she challenges fashionable ideas and lends her voice to causes others are afraid to touch, she faces intense criticism and backlash. Alice will soon learn the price she must pay as an artist and as a woman for daring to speak her mind. Award-winner Sandra Oh is the Misanthrope in Martin Crimp's cutting new version of Molière's dark comedy, directed by National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-08-11

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Indhu Rubasingham, Christine Lalla
Screenplay & Story
Martin Crimp, Molière
Original Score
Anna Meredith
Original Title
National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 45m
Production Studios
National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Indhu Rubasingham, Christine Lalla

Screenplay & Story

Martin Crimp, Molière

Original Score & Music

Anna Meredith

Department Leadership Roster

Molière

Molière

Writer

Indhu Rubasingham

Indhu Rubasingham

Director

Christine Lalla

Director

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What is National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope about?

Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the hollow contemporary mantras of kindness and respect. But the bolder she becomes in speaking out, the more colleagues avoid her, and the more her personal relationships begin to fracture. As she challenges fashionable ideas and lends her voice to causes others are afraid to touch, she faces intense criticism and backlash. Alice will soon learn the price she must pay as an artist and as a woman for daring to speak her mind. Award-winner Sandra Oh is the Misanthrope in Martin Crimp's cutting new version of Molière's dark comedy, directed by National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham.

Who directed National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope?

National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope was directed by Indhu Rubasingham, Christine Lalla.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope includes Sandra Oh, Paul Chahidi, Abigail Cruttenden, Imogen Elliott, Rina Fatania.

When was National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.

Who composed the musical score for National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope?

The original motion picture soundtrack for National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope was composed by Anna Meredith.