National Theatre Live: Antigone(2012)
National Theatre Live: Antigone Synopsis
In the unstable aftermath of a civil war, Creon, the new King of Thebes, asserts his authority by forbidding anyone from honouring the death of the traitor Polyneices. But Antigone, Polyneices' sister, will not obey. When Creon's authority is challenged, a gripping conflict emerges between the power of an individual and the state. Polly Findlay's electric 2012 production brings Sophocles' tragedy into the modern world as a gripping political thriller.
National Theatre Live: Antigone (2012) is a drama film directed by Polly Findlay, released on December 31, 2012 with a runtime of 1h 32m. It stars Jodie Whittaker, Christopher Eccleston, Jamie Ballard and Zoe Aldrich. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Polly Findlay
- Writers:
- Don Taylor, Sophocles
- Production:
- National Theatre
- Status:
- Released
National Theatre Live: Antigone (2012) Trailer
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National Theatre Live: Antigone Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jodie Whittaker
as Antigone
Christopher Eccleston
as Creon, King of Thebes
Jamie Ballard
as Tiresias
Zoe Aldrich
as Eurydice
Luke Newberry
as Haemon
Annabel Scholey
as Ismene
Luke Norris
as Soldier
Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
as Messenger
Alfred Enoch
as Chorus
Tim Samuels
as Chorus
- Michael Grady-Hall
Michael Grady-Hall
as Chorus
Paul Bentall
as Chorus
Key crew
Directed by Polly Findlay, written by Don Taylor and Sophocles.
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National Theatre Live: Antigone Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 3 ratings.
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National Theatre Live: Antigone – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch National Theatre Live: Antigone online?
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Who stars in National Theatre Live: Antigone?
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The main cast of National Theatre Live: Antigone (2012) includes Jodie Whittaker, Christopher Eccleston, Jamie Ballard, Zoe Aldrich and Luke Newberry. The film was directed by Polly Findlay. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was National Theatre Live: Antigone released?
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National Theatre Live: Antigone was released on December 31, 2012 and runs for 1h 32m.
Is National Theatre Live: Antigone worth watching?
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National Theatre Live: Antigone (2012) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for National Theatre Live: Antigone?
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Yes. The official National Theatre Live: Antigone trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.