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Upstart Crow

7.320163 seasonsTV SeriesComedyDrama

Comedy about the life and times of William Shakespeare as he starts to make a name for himself in London, whilst also trying to balance life as a husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon.

DirectorsBen Kellett·Richard Boden
WriterBen Elton

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Lord, What Fools These Mortals Be!
Aug 29, 2018 7.3
E2
Wild Laughter in the Throat of Death
Sep 5, 2018 7.3
E3
If You Prick Us, Do We Not Bleed?
Sep 12, 2018 5.2
E4
Sigh No More
Sep 19, 2018
E5
The Most Unkindest Cut of All
Sep 26, 2018 7.0
E6
Go On and I Will Follow
Oct 3, 2018 7.0

Cast · Directed by Ben Kellett

DMDavid Mitchell
David Mitchell
Will Shakespeare
LTLiza Tarbuck
Liza Tarbuck
Anne Hathaway
SJSpencer Jones
Spencer Jones
Kempe
HMHelen Monks
Helen Monks
Susannah
GWGemma Whelan
Gemma Whelan
Kate
SSSteve Speirs
Steve Speirs
Burbage
DCDominic Coleman
Dominic Coleman
Condell
TDTim Downie
Tim Downie
Marlowe
RR
Rob Rouse
Bottom

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Upstart Crow — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Upstart Crow?

Upstart Crow isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is Upstart Crow on Netflix?

No, Upstart Crow is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is Upstart Crow on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Upstart Crow isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Upstart Crow for free?

Upstart Crow isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

How many seasons are in Upstart Crow?

Upstart Crow has 3 seasons in total (18 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of Upstart Crow out yet?

Yes — all 18 episodes across 3 seasons of Upstart Crow are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of Upstart Crow?

No — Upstart Crow ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.