Hamlet
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, returns home to find his father murdered and his mother now marrying the murderer... his uncle. Meanwhile, war is brewing.
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Streaming now in the United States on Howdy Amazon Channel and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Hamlet - Kenneth Branagh - Kate Winslet - Julie Christie - Derek Jacobi - 1996 - Trailer - 4K
making of Branaghs' HAMLET
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Frequently asked questions about Hamlet
Where can I watch Hamlet in the United States?
Hamlet is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Hamlet for free?
Hamlet streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Hamlet?
Hamlet scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Hamlet?
Hamlet stars Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi, Kate Winslet, Julie Christie, and Richard Briers. Kenneth Branagh is the director.
How long is Hamlet?
Hamlet runs 4h 2m (242 minutes).
When did Hamlet come out?
Hamlet was released on December 25, 1996.
Which studio made Hamlet?
Hamlet was produced by Castle Rock Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Hamlet?
Hamlet was made on a budget of $18,000,000.
How much did Hamlet make at the box office?
Hamlet grossed $4,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.
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.