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Will

2017·Show
10Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb6.8Metacritic625.9Rotten Tomatoes56%100%
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Where to watch

TNTSpectrum On Demand

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High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Catharsis6
  • Coming of Age6

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Dark Humor5

World

History, politics, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The wild story of young William Shakespeare's arrival onto the punk-rock theater scene in 16th century London -- the seductive, violent world where his raw talent faced rioting audiences, religious fanatics and raucous side-shows. It's a contemporary version of Shakespeare's life, played to a modern soundtrack that exposes all his recklessness, lustful temptations and brilliance.
ShakespearePunk-Rock16th Century LondonTheaterPolitical IntrigueRebelliousLustfulModern SoundtrackHistorical Drama

Crew

Directed by:
Shekhar Kapur, Jonathan Teplitzky, Magnus Martens
Written by:
Craig Pearce, Jacquelin Perske, David Rambo
Produced by:
Mary Richards
Composed by:
Fryars

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Will

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Will legally?

TNTSpectrum On Demand

Will is included with a subscription to TNT in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Will worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 56%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Will rated?

TV-MAViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Will have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 10 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Is Will based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Will?

Critics59
Audiences76

Not quite. Audiences rate Will higher (76) than critics (59). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Will air?

It ran from 2017 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Will in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Will?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Will in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Will use?

Cold-Blooded TortureHomoerotic SubtextForeshadowingPosthumous CharacterMr. FanserviceShout-Out to ShakespeareHarmless Lady DisguiseBittersweet EndingLove-Obstructing ParentsI Don't Want to Ruin Our FriendshipArranged MarriageAs You Knowand 61 more

TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Will, including Cold-Blooded Torture, Homoerotic Subtext, Foreshadowing.