Macbeth
Synopsis
An adaptation of Shakespeare's play.
Top Cast
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Jeremy Brett
Macbeth
Piper Laurie
Lady Macbeth
Simon MacCorkindale
Macduff
Richard Alfieri
Malcolm
Barry Primus
Banquo
Millie Perkins
Lady Macduff
Alan Oppenheimer
Duncan
Franklyn Seales
Lennox
Jay Robinson
The Porter
Brad David
Ross
Nomi Mitty
Witch
Maria Mayenzet
Witch
Eugenia Wright
Witch
Johnny Crawford
Seyton
Stanley Waxman
Siward
Alan Mandell
Scottish Doctor
Phillip Persons
Menteith
Robert Aberdeen
Young Siward
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1981
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Allan Seidelman
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- Gerard Bernard Cohen
- Original Title
- Macbeth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Production Studios
- Century Home Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Allan Seidelman
William Shakespeare
Gerard Bernard Cohen
Jack Nakano, Jack Manning
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Allan Seidelman
Director
Jack Nakano
Producer
John Retsek
Production Design
Gerard Bernard Cohen
Original Music Composer
Dorothy Baca
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Macbeth.
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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?
An adaptation of Shakespeare's play.
Who directed Macbeth?
Macbeth was directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman.
Who stars in Macbeth?
The principal cast of Macbeth includes Jeremy Brett, Piper Laurie, Simon MacCorkindale, Richard Alfieri, Barry Primus.
When was Macbeth released and how long is it?
Macbeth was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Macbeth?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Macbeth was composed by Gerard Bernard Cohen.