Macbeth
Synopsis
In eleventh century Scotland, three witches foretell that Macbeth will become King, while Banquo will beget Kings. Macbeth accordingly has King Duncan slain, and is duly crowned in his place. But that's where his problems really begin...
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Jason Connery
Macbeth
Helen Baxendale
Lady Macbeth
Graham McTavish
Banquo
Brian Blessed
Edward the Confessor
Kenneth Bryans
Macduff
Kern Falconer
Seyton
Hildegard Neil
1st Witch
Chris Gormlie
MacDonwald
Jean Trend
2nd Witch
Phillipa Peak
3rd Witch
Iain Stuart Robertson
Ross
John Corvin
Duncan
Ross Dunsmore
Malcolm
Paul MacDonald
Donalbain
Phil Wallace
Lennox
Dominic Borrelli
Angus
Carl Watt
Messenger 1
Jock Ferguson
Porter
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeremy Freeston
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Carruthers, Jeremy Freeston
- Original Score
- Richard Cherns, Paul Farrer
- Original Title
- Macbeth
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Production Studios
- Cromwell Productions Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Freeston
Bob Carruthers, Jeremy Freeston, William Shakespeare
Richard Cherns, Paul Farrer
Chris Gormlie, Owen Parker
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Carruthers
Screenplay
Jeremy Freeston
Screenplay
Jeremy Freeston
Director
Chris Gormlie
Editor
Owen Parker
Editor
Jeremy Freeston
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Macbeth
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Macbeth about?
In eleventh century Scotland, three witches foretell that Macbeth will become King, while Banquo will beget Kings. Macbeth accordingly has King Duncan slain, and is duly crowned in his place. But that's where his problems really begin...
Who directed Macbeth?
Macbeth was directed by Jeremy Freeston.
Who stars in Macbeth?
The principal cast of Macbeth includes Jason Connery, Helen Baxendale, Graham McTavish, Brian Blessed, Kenneth Bryans.
When was Macbeth released and how long is it?
Macbeth was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 2h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Macbeth?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Macbeth was composed by Richard Cherns, Paul Farrer.