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Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love

Love is the only inspiration.

6.8 Rating
124 min 1998

Overview

Young William Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, 'Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter', before it's even written. When lovely noblewoman Viola de Lesseps auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love — and Shakespeare's play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship intensifies, the comedy soon transforms into tragedy.

Top Cast

Status

Released

Budget

$25,000,000

Revenue

$289,317,794

Original Language

EN

Production Companies

MiramaxUniversal PicturesBedford Falls Productions

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