

National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem
Synopsis
The 'Beaux': Mr Aimwell and Mr Archer, two charming, dissolute young men who have blown their fortunes in giddy London. Shamed and debt-ridden, they flee to provincial Lichfield. Their 'Stratagem': to marry for money. Lodged at the local inn, posing as master and servant, they encounter a teeming variety of human obstacles: a crooked landlord, a fearsome highwayman, a fervent French Count, a maid on the make, a drunken husband, a furious butler, a natural healer and a strange, turbulent priest. But their greatest obstacle is love. When the Beaux' meet their match in Dorinda and Mrs Sullen they are most at risk, for in love they might be truly discovered.
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National Theatre Live: The Beaux' StratagemOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-08-26
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lloyd Hutchinson
Boniface
Amy Morgan
Cherry
Samuel Barnett
Aimwell
Geoffrey Streatfeild
Archer
Pippa Bennett-Warner
Dorinda
Susannah Fielding
Mrs. Sullen
Joplin Sibtain
Gibbet
Pearce Quigley
Scrub
Timothy Watson
Count Bellair
Jamie Beamish
Foigard
Richard Henders
Mr. Sullen
Molly Gromadzki
Gipsy
Jane Booker
Lady Bountiful
Nicholas Khan
Sir Charles Freeman
Mark Rose
Hounslow
Esh Alladi
Bagshot
John Hastings
Chamberlain
Chris Kelham
Footman
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 24, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Godwin
- Screenplay & Story
- George Farquhar
- Original Title
- National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- National Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Godwin
George Farquhar
Department Leadership Roster
Simon Godwin
Director
George Farquhar
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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: The Beaux' Stratagem
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem about?
The 'Beaux': Mr Aimwell and Mr Archer, two charming, dissolute young men who have blown their fortunes in giddy London. Shamed and debt-ridden, they flee to provincial Lichfield. Their 'Stratagem': to marry for money. Lodged at the local inn, posing as master and servant, they encounter a teeming variety of human obstacles: a crooked landlord, a fearsome highwayman, a fervent French Count, a maid on the make, a drunken husband, a furious butler, a natural healer and a strange, turbulent priest. But their greatest obstacle is love. When the Beaux' meet their match in Dorinda and Mrs Sullen they are most at risk, for in love they might be truly discovered.
Who directed National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem?
National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem was directed by Simon Godwin.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem?
The principal cast of National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem includes Lloyd Hutchinson, Amy Morgan, Samuel Barnett, Geoffrey Streatfeild, Pippa Bennett-Warner.
When was National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem released and how long is it?
National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem was released in 2015 with a total runtime of Unknown.
What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem?
National Theatre Live: The Beaux' Stratagem holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).




















