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8.8 / 10(4 votes)IMDb20222h 20m$941K Worldwide Gross

National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt

“A passionate drama of love, family and endurance.”

Synopsis

At the beginning of the 20th century, Leopoldstadt was the old, crowded Jewish quarter of Vienna, Austria. But Hermann Merz, a factory owner and baptised Jew now married to Catholic Gretl, has moved up in the world. We follow his family’s story across half a century, passing through the convulsions of war, revolution, impoverishment, annexation by Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. A company of 40 actors represent each generation of the family in this epic, but intimate play.

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Leopoldstadt by Tom Stoppard: Official Trailer | National Theatre LiveOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-18

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

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Worldwide Gross

$941K

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Patrick Marber
Screenplay & Story
Tom Stoppard
Original Title
National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 20m
Worldwide Gross
$941K
Production Studios
National Theatre

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Patrick Marber

Screenplay & Story

Tom Stoppard

Department Leadership Roster

Tom Stoppard

Tom Stoppard

Writer

Patrick Marber

Patrick Marber

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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United Kingdom (BBFC)12A

12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.

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Frequently Asked Questions About National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt

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What is National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt about?

At the beginning of the 20th century, Leopoldstadt was the old, crowded Jewish quarter of Vienna, Austria. But Hermann Merz, a factory owner and baptised Jew now married to Catholic Gretl, has moved up in the world. We follow his family’s story across half a century, passing through the convulsions of war, revolution, impoverishment, annexation by Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. A company of 40 actors represent each generation of the family in this epic, but intimate play.

Who directed National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt?

National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt was directed by Patrick Marber.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt?

The principal cast of National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt includes Aidan McArdle, Faye Castelow, Rhys Bailey, Sebastian Armesto, Arty Froushan.

When was National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt released and how long is it?

National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2h 20m.

How much did National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt make at the box office?

National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt grossed $941K in worldwide ticket sales.

What is the age rating and content advisory for National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt?

National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).