

Returning to cinemas in 2027. In 1964, Richard Burton, newly married to Elizabeth Taylor, is to play the title role in an experimental new Broadway production of Hamlet under Sir John Gielgud’s exacting direction. But as rehearsals progress, two ages of theatre collide and the collaboration between actor and director soon threatens to unravel.
National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue was directed by Sam Mendes.
National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue holds an average rating of 7.5/10 on TMDB, and it lands best with fans of comedy and drama. Join the discussion below to add your take.
National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue runs for 2h 45min, and was released in 2024.
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