Shakespeare in Love (1998)
12/11/1998 (US) • 2h 3m
Love is the only inspiration.
Overview
Young Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter," before it's even written. When a lovely noblewoman auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love -- and his play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship progresses, Shakespeare's comedy soon transforms into tragedy.
Top Billed Cast
Will Shakespeare
Viola De Lesseps
Philip Henslowe
Hugh Fennyman
Queen Elizabeth
Nurse
Lord Wessex
Ned Alleyn
Tilney
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