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National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back

“Bear's hat is gone.”

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Bear's hat is gone. He loves his hat. He wants it back. He asks all the animals in the forest, but no one has seen it. WAIT. He has seen it somewhere.

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Official Trailer: I Want My Hat Back | National Theatre at Home | Now StreamingOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-01

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Director
Wils Wilson
Screenplay & Story
Joel Horwood
Original Title
National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
55m
Production Studios
National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Wils Wilson

Screenplay & Story

Joel Horwood

Department Leadership Roster

Wils Wilson

Director

Joel Horwood

Writer

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United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back

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What is National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back about?

Bear's hat is gone. He loves his hat. He wants it back. He asks all the animals in the forest, but no one has seen it. WAIT. He has seen it somewhere.

Who directed National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back?

National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back was directed by Wils Wilson.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back includes Naana Agyei-Ampadu, Oliver Birch, Richie Hart, Natalie Klamar, Marek Larwood.

When was National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 55m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back?

National Theatre Live: I Want My Hat Back holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).