- Home
- The Tragedy of Macbeth
Page
The Tragedy of Macbeth
- Summary
- How to watch
- News & features
❚ We may earn commission from links on this page. Our editorial is always independent (learn more).
Watch trailer
01:28
The Tragedy of Macbeth
Save
- 2021
- Joel Coen
- 105 mins
- 15
Summary
Shakespearean tragedy starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand. War hero Macbeth, Thane of Glamis, encounters three witches who predict he will soon become Thane of Cawdor, then King of Scotland. When the first prophecy comes true, Macbeth and his wife concoct a treasonous plot that will have far-reaching and bloody consequences.
Ad
Powered By
IMDB
Review
A star rating of 4 out of 5.
Max Copeman
In his first film without his brother Ethan, Joel Coen adapts Shakespeare's Scottish play with a skilful, gothic touch. Set in a world of shadows, the film stars Denzel Washington as the Thane of Glamis and Frances McDormand the deranged Lady Macbeth. Alongside them are Brendan Gleeson as King Duncan and Bertie Carvel as Banquo, while veteran stage actor Kathryn Hunter is outstanding as all three witches, which are portrayed as part Gollum, part Death from The Seventh Seal. Washington and McDormand are both hugely compelling, but most striking is the monochrome cinematography. As Coen trades sweeping battlefields for small-scale sets, nods to classic expressionist cinema give The Tragedy of Macbeth a nightmarish, insular feel. Macbeth has ruled on screen many times, yet Coen's film - which trims the original text to a taut 105 minutes - succeeds by not setting out to be the definitive adaptation, but rather something entirely unique.
imdb-square
7.1/10
How to watch
Loading
Streaming
Credits
Cast
rolenameLord MacbethDenzel WashingtonLady MacbethFrances McDormandRossAlex HassellBanquoBertie CarvelKing DuncanBrendan GleesonMacduffCorey HawkinsMalcolmHarry Melling
Show more
Crew
rolenameDirectorJoel Coen
Details
Theatrical distributor
A24
Released on
2022-01-14
Languages
English | Persian
Guidance
Violence
Formats
Black and white
News & features about The Tragedy of Macbeth
-
Rivals season 2 part 2 start date officially confirmed with dramatic first look at new episodes after tragic cliffhanger
There isn't too long to wait...
-
Ann Droid cast: Diane Morgan and Sue Johnston star
Your essential guide to the cast of Ann Droid.
Ad
-
Game of Thrones actor cast as Marvel icon Galactus in Fantastic Four film
The acclaimed actor joins Julia Garner's Silver Surfer and a star-studded First Family.
-
Ludwig season 2 cast: David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin star
David Mitchell returns as the title character in the comedic detective show's second season.
-
Bertie Carvel stars in tense trailer for Dalgliesh season 2
The hit crime drama returns later this month.
-
Kristen Stewart, Olivia Colman and Will Smith among nominees
Read on for everything you need to know about the 2022 Oscars race.
-
David Tennant teases "saucy" drama Rivals and praises Danny Dyer
Tennant stars in the upcoming Disney Plus series, based on the novel of the same name by Jilly Cooper.
Ad
-
Who is Macrinus in Gladiator 2? Denzel Washington character explained
Legendary actor Washington has a memorable role in the epic sequel.
-
Full list of winners – CODA, Dune and Will Smith win major awards
Other winners included Sir Kenneth Branagh and Disney flicks Encanto and Cruella.
-
Harry Potter cast: Every actor confirmed for new HBO TV series
Many of the central figures have now been confirmed.
-
Stranger Things' David Harbour stars in bizarrely bloody Violent Night trailer
David Harbour’s Santa Claus is coming to town.
-
The Split, Call the Midwife stars join David Tennant and Aidan Turner drama
Disney Plus's Rivals is shaping up to have an even further star-studded cast.
-
Meet the cast of The Rig, including Martin Compston and Iain Glen
Iain Glen, Emily Hampshire and Martin Compston star in the Prime Video chiller.
-
Black Doves cast: Full list of actors and characters in Netflix drama
All the key players in Keira Knightley's shady spy thriller.
-
David Tennant and Aidan Turner to star in Jilly Cooper adaptation Rivals
David Tennant, Aidan Turner, Claire Rushbrook, Danny Dyer and more have joined the cast of Rivals.
-
Poor Things cast: Who stars with Emma Stone in award-winning film?
Stone has the role of a lifetime in the new film from Yorgos Lanthimos – and is joined by the likes of Mark Ruffalo and Willem Dafoe.
-
SAS Rogue Heroes season 2: Full list of actors and characters
Steven Knight's Second World War drama is back
-
Meet the cast of The Boys spin-off series Gen V
Jaz Sinclair and Chance Perdomo star in The Boys spin-off.
-
Wolf Hall season 2 cast: Full list of characters in The Mirror and the Light
Sir Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, Sir Jonathan Pryce, and Kate Phillips reprise their roles.
-
The Gallows Pole cast: Meet the stars of Shane Meadows BBC drama
The new drama from Shane Meadows stars Michael Socha and Sophie McShera.
-
Cowboy Bebop star says there are “definitely surprises” for anime fans
Exclusive – Alex Hassell, who plays the villainous Vicious in the new Netflix series, says that some changes will keep hardcore fans on their toes.
-
Apple announces film slate starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Dua Lipa
The streamer is going all-in on original films following awards success.
-
Poker Face season 2 cast: Natasha Lyonne stars in the murder mystery show
Rian Johnson's murder mystery series is back.
See more about The Tragedy of Macbeth
Ad
Ad
Ad