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National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors

2012Movie1 h 49 min

Comedy
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A hopeful, wholesome comedy movie about history, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, tears or brutality.

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Story

Separated at birth, two sets of twins collide in the same city for one crazy day, as multiple mistaken identities lead to confusion on a grand scale.

Feels like

  • Shakespearean Comedy
  • Mistaken Identity
  • Slapstick Humor
  • Theatrical Performance
  • Classical Literature
  • Family-Friendly Entertainment
  • British Theatre
  • Witty Banter
  • Farce

Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
Dominic Cooke
Written by
William Shakespeare

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

March 1, 2012 · 1 h 49 min · Comedy

Released
March 1, 2012
Runtime
1 h 49 min
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

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4 questions, like "Is National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors worth watching?"

Questions about National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87 (IMDb 7.5).

Is National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch National Theatre Live: The Comedy of Errors?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.