

Will Shakespeare
1978-06-13 · 50 min / episode · ★ 10.0
A dramatisation of the life of famed playwright William Shakespeare from 1590 to 1607.
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- Creators
- John Mortimer
- Production companies
- RAI, Associated Television
- Countries
- United Kingdom, Italy
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Tim CurryWilliam Shakespeare
Paul FreemanDick Burbage
John NormingtonAlex Cooke
Ron CookJack Rice
Roger Lloyd PackJack Heminge
Richard CorderyHenry CondellTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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