National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar(2018)
National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar Synopsis
Caesar returns in triumph to Rome and the people pour out of their homes to celebrate. Alarmed by the autocrat’s popularity, the educated élite conspire to bring him down. After his assassination, civil war erupts on the streets of the capital. Nicholas Hytner’s production will thrust the audience into the street party that greets Caesar’s return, the congress that witnesses his murder, the rally that assembles for his funeral and the chaos that explodes in its wake.
National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar (2018) is a drama film directed by Tony Grech-Smith, released on March 22, 2018 with a runtime of 2h 18m. It stars David Calder, Michelle Fairley, David Morrissey and Ben Whishaw. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Tony Grech-Smith
- Writers:
- William Shakespeare
- Producers:
- Flo Buckeridge, Kate Moore
- Production:
- National Theatre, Bridge Theatre
- Status:
- Released
National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar (2018) Trailer
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National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar Cast & Crew
Main cast
David Calder
as Julius Caesar
Michelle Fairley
as Caius Cassius
David Morrissey
as Mark Antony
Ben Whishaw
as Marcus Brutus
Wendy Kweh
as Calpurnia / Varro
Leaphia Darko
as Portia
Fred Fergus
as Lucius / Cinna the Poet / Street Band
Kit Young
as Octavius Caesar / Street Band
Mark Penfold
as Lepidus / Caius Ligarius / Soothsayer
Adjoa Andoh
as Casca
Nick Sampson
as Cinna
Leila Farzad
as Decius Brutus
Key crew
Directed by Tony Grech-Smith, written by William Shakespeare, produced by Flo Buckeridge and Kate Moore.
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National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 6 ratings.
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National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar?
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The main cast of National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar (2018) includes David Calder, Michelle Fairley, David Morrissey, Ben Whishaw and Wendy Kweh. The film was directed by Tony Grech-Smith. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar released?
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National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar was released on March 22, 2018 and runs for 2h 18m.
Is National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar worth watching?
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National Theatre Live: Julius Caesar (2018) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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