Much Ado About Nothing
“Shakespeare knew how to throw a party.”
Synopsis
A modern retelling of Shakespeare's classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with different takes on romance and a way with words.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-06-04
Top Cast
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Amy Acker
Beatrice
Alexis Denisof
Benedick
Nathan Fillion
Dogberry
Clark Gregg
Leonato
Reed Diamond
Don Pedro
Fran Kranz
Claudio
Jillian Morgese
Hero
Sean Maher
Don John
Spencer Treat Clark
Borachio
Riki Lindhome
Conrade
Ashley Johnson
Margaret
Emma Bates
Ursula
Tom Lenk
Verges
Nick Kocher
First Watchman
Brian McElhaney
Second Watchman
Joshua Zar
Leonato's Aide
Paul M. Meston
Friar Francis
Romy Rosemont
The Sexton
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 7, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 28, 2014
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$4.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joss Whedon
- Screenplay & Story
- Joss Whedon
- Original Score
- Joss Whedon
- Original Title
- Much Ado About Nothing
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Worldwide Gross
- $4.3M
- Production Studios
- Bellwether Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joss Whedon
Joss Whedon, William Shakespeare
Joss Whedon
Jay Hunter
Joss Whedon, Daniel S. Kaminsky
Kai Cole, Joss Whedon
Department Leadership Roster
Joss Whedon
Director
Kai Cole
Producer
Joss Whedon
Producer
Joss Whedon
Original Music Composer
Joss Whedon
Editor
Daniel S. Kaminsky
Editor
Cindy Chao
Production Design
Michele Yu
Production Design
Shawna Trpcic
Costume Design
Michael Gaines
Stunt Coordinator
Jay Hunter
Director of Photography
Joss Whedon
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Much Ado About Nothing
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Much Ado About Nothing about?
A modern retelling of Shakespeare's classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with different takes on romance and a way with words.
Who directed Much Ado About Nothing?
Much Ado About Nothing was directed by Joss Whedon.
Who stars in Much Ado About Nothing?
The principal cast of Much Ado About Nothing includes Amy Acker, Alexis Denisof, Nathan Fillion, Clark Gregg, Reed Diamond.
When was Much Ado About Nothing released and how long is it?
Much Ado About Nothing was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
How much did Much Ado About Nothing make at the box office?
Much Ado About Nothing grossed $4.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Much Ado About Nothing?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Much Ado About Nothing was composed by Joss Whedon.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Much Ado About Nothing?
Much Ado About Nothing holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 14A; DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).