Macbeth
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Originally released in 1948. Macbeth is a drama film. directed by Orson Welles.
Starring Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, and Dan O'Herlihy
Synopsis
Macbeth, the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth commits a treasonous act and takes the throne for himself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (181 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Republic Pictures
- Mercury Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macbeth about?
Macbeth, the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth commits a trea...
Who directed Macbeth?
Macbeth was directed by Orson Welles.
How long is Macbeth?
Macbeth has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Macbeth released?
Macbeth was released on October 1, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Macbeth?
The main cast of Macbeth includes Orson Welles, Jeanette Nolan, Dan O'Herlihy, Roddy McDowall, Edgar Barrier.
Is Macbeth worth watching?
Macbeth has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 181 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.