Hamlet movie poster

Hamlet

1990 · 2h 10m · Released

PG Drama, History

Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, finds out that his uncle Claudius killed his father to obtain the throne, and plans revenge.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Hamlet

Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.

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Trailer

Mel Gibson in Hamlet 1990 TV trailer

Top cast and crew

Franco Zeffirelli Director
Mel Gibson Hamlet
Glenn Close Gertrude
Alan Bates Claudius
Paul Scofield The Ghost
Ian Holm Polonius
Helena Bonham Carter Ophelia
Stephen Dillane Horatio
Nathaniel Parker Laertes
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Frequently asked questions about Hamlet

Where can I watch Hamlet in the United States?

Hamlet is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Hamlet on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes. Hamlet is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel.

Can I watch Hamlet for free?

Hamlet streams free with ads in the United States on The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Hamlet?

Hamlet scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Hamlet?

Hamlet stars Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, Alan Bates, Paul Scofield, and Ian Holm. Franco Zeffirelli is the director.

How long is Hamlet?

Hamlet runs 2h 10m (130 minutes).

When did Hamlet come out?

Hamlet was released on December 19, 1990.

Which studio made Hamlet?

Hamlet was produced by Icon Productions and Nelson Entertainment in the United States.

What was the budget for Hamlet?

Hamlet was made on a budget of $13,500,000.

How much did Hamlet make at the box office?

Hamlet grossed $20,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $13,500,000.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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