Macbeth
Macbeth (Ian McKellen) is a daring member of the Scottish military, who receives a revelation from three menacing sorceresses that he will someday become the King of Scotland. This information gives him a thirst for power, and with prompting from his wife, Lady Macbeth (Judi Dench), he kills the current leader in order to take the throne. But he must continue to commit murders to keep his actions a secret, and soon no one is safe.
- Rated
- Not Rated
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Released
- 1979
Details
Release year: 1979
Storyline
Macbeth (Ian McKellen) is a daring member of the Scottish military, who receives a revelation from three menacing sorceresses that he will someday become the King of Scotland. This information gives him a thirst for power, and with prompting from his wife, Lady Macbeth (Judi Dench), he kills the current leader in order to take the throne. But he must continue to commit murders to keep his actions a secret, and soon no one is safe.
Top credits
- Ian McKellen — Macbeth
- Judi Dench — Lady Macbeth
- John Bown — Lennox
- Susan Dury — 3rd Witch, Lady Macduff
Awards
0 wins & 3 nominations
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