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Hamlet

8.01970NRMovieDrama

Hamlet suspects his uncle has murdered his father to claim the throne of Denmark and the hand of Hamlet's mother, but the Prince cannot decide whether or not he should take vengeance.

DirectorDavid Giles
ProducersRobert Chetwyn·Eddie Kulkundis

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Cast · Directed by David Giles

IMIan McKellen
Ian McKellen
Hamlet
FBFaith Brook
Faith Brook
Gertrude
JWJohn Woodvine
John Woodvine
Claudius
SFSusan Fleetwood
Susan Fleetwood
Ophelia
TPTim Pigott-Smith
Tim Pigott-Smith
Laertes / First Player
JC
James Cairncross
Polonius
JCJulian Curry
Julian Curry
Horatio
TW
Terence Wilton
Rosencrantz
SPSimon Prebble
Simon Prebble
Guildenstern

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Hamlet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hamlet?

Hamlet isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Hamlet on Netflix?

No, Hamlet is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Hamlet on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Hamlet isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Hamlet for free?

Hamlet isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Hamlet?

Hamlet hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 26, 1970. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.