Movie

Hamlet

“The motion picture of all time ... for all time!”

★ 7.4(293)19482h 33m

Where to watch Hamlet in United States

Hamlet is streaming on fuboTV, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel and HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 23 May 2026.

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Overview

Winner of four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor, Sir Laurence Olivier’s Hamlet continues to be the most compelling version of Shakespeare’s beloved tragedy. Olivier is at his most inspired—both as director and as the melancholy Dane himself—as he breathes new life into the words of one of the world’s greatest dramatists.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hamlet in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Hamlet on fuboTV, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel and HBO Max. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Is Hamlet on Netflix?+

Hamlet is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on fuboTV, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

How long is Hamlet?+

Hamlet has a runtime of 2 hours 33 minutes (153 minutes).

Who stars in Hamlet?+

Hamlet stars Laurence Olivier, Basil Sydney, Eileen Herlie, Norman Wooland and Felix Aylmer.

When did Hamlet come out?+

Hamlet is a 1948 movie directed by Laurence Olivier.