National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage(2013)
National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage Synopsis
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the National Theatre of Great Britain presents National Theatre: 50 Years on Stage, bringing together the best British actors for a unique evening of unforgettable performances, broadcast live from London to cinemas around the world.
National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage (2013) is a documentary film directed by Nicholas Hytner, released on November 2, 2013 with a runtime of 2h 26m. It stars Roger Allam, Jonathan Bailey, Simon Russell Beale and Alan Bennett. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- Nicholas Hytner
- Production:
- BBC, National Theatre
- Status:
- Released
National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage (2013) Trailer
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National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage Cast & Crew
Main cast
Roger Allam
Jonathan Bailey
as Cassio
Simon Russell Beale
as Hamlet
Alan Bennett
as Hector
Dominic Cooper
as Dakin
James Corden
as Timms
Benedict Cumberbatch
as Rosencrantz
Frances de la Tour
as Kay
Judi Dench
as Cleopatra/Desiree Armfeldt
Sacha Dhawan
as Akhtar
James Doherty
Christopher Eccleston
Key crew
Directed by Nicholas Hytner.
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National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage online?
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National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage (2013) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage?
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The main cast of National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage (2013) includes Roger Allam, Jonathan Bailey, Simon Russell Beale, Alan Bennett and Dominic Cooper. The film was directed by Nicholas Hytner. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage released?
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National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage was released on November 2, 2013 and runs for 2h 26m.
Is National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage worth watching?
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National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage (2013) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage?
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