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National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue

In 1964, Richard Burton, newly married to Elizabeth Taylor, is to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet under Sir John Gielgud’s exacting direction. But as rehearsals progress, two ages of theatre collide and the collaboration between actor and director soon threatens to unravel.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2024-03-21
  • Runtime: 165 minutes
  • Rating: 7.5/10 (4 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: National Theatre, Neal Street Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.0684
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Johnny Flynn

Johnny Flynn

as Richard Burton

Mark Gatiss

Mark Gatiss

as Sir John Gielgud

Tuppence Middleton

Tuppence Middleton

as Elizabeth Taylor

Aysha Kala

Aysha Kala

as

Luke Norris

Luke Norris

as William Redfield

Allan Corduner

Allan Corduner

as Hume Cronyn

Ryan Ellsworth

Ryan Ellsworth

as George Voskovec

Elena Delia

Elena Delia

as Jessica Levy

Huw Parmenter

Huw Parmenter

as Clement Fowler

Laurence Ubong Williams

Laurence Ubong Williams

as Hugh McHaffie

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Motive and the Cue | Official Trailer | Noël Coward Theatre

External Links

Keywords

stagingbased on true storybased on play or musicalbroadwayhamlet1960sfilmed playfilmed theaternational theatre

Frequently Asked Questions

What is National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2024-03-21.

Who are the main actors in National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

The main cast includes Johnny Flynn, Mark Gatiss, Tuppence Middleton, Aysha Kala, Luke Norris, .

Where can I watch National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue is available.

Is National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 4 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

The soundtrack was composed by National Theatre, Neal Street Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue filmed?

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

The total runtime of National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue is 165 minutes.

Is National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue.

Does National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue have a post-credit scene?

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