

National Theatre Live: Othello
“It is the green-eyed monster which doth mock the meat it feeds on.”
Synopsis
The Moorish general Othello is manipulated into thinking that his new wife Desdemona has been carrying on an affair with his lieutenant Michael Cassio when in reality it is all part of the scheme of a bitter ensign named Iago.
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National Theatre Live: Othello trailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-17
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Adrian Lester
Othello
Rory Kinnear
Iago
Jonathan Bailey
Cassio
Lyndsey Marshal
Emilia
Sandy Batchelor
Soldier
David Carr
Official
William Chubb
Brabantio
Robert Demeger
Duke of Venice
Gabriel Fleary
Soldier
Scott Karim
Officer
David Kirkbride
Soldier/Relative
Zackary Momoh
Various
Nick Sampson
Lodovico
Roxy Shahidi
Bianca
Joplin Sibtain
Montano
Rebecca Tanwen
Official
Jonathan Dryden Taylor
Gratiano
Olivia Vinall
Desdemona
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas Hytner
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- National Theatre Live: Othello
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 18m
- Production Studios
- National Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas Hytner
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Hytner
Director
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International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: Othello
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What is National Theatre Live: Othello about?
The Moorish general Othello is manipulated into thinking that his new wife Desdemona has been carrying on an affair with his lieutenant Michael Cassio when in reality it is all part of the scheme of a bitter ensign named Iago.
Who directed National Theatre Live: Othello?
National Theatre Live: Othello was directed by Nicholas Hytner.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: Othello?
The principal cast of National Theatre Live: Othello includes Adrian Lester, Rory Kinnear, Jonathan Bailey, Lyndsey Marshal, Sandy Batchelor.
When was National Theatre Live: Othello released and how long is it?
National Theatre Live: Othello was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 3h 18m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: Othello?
National Theatre Live: Othello holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).




















