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Watch the satirical sitcom that follows William Shakespeare's life and career, from his early struggles to his famous plays. Starring David Mitchell, Gemma Whelan, and Harry Enfield, with guest appearances by Mark Heap and Steve Speirs.
- (3.9K)
- 2016-05-09
- Comedy, History
- 29
9 May 2016. ( 2016-05-09) –. 21 December 2020. ( 2020-12-21) Upstart Crow is a British sitcom based on the life of William Shakespeare written by Ben Elton. The show premiered on 9 May 2016 on BBC Two [1] as part of the commemorations of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death.
29min. TV-PG. There’s money to be made investing in cargos from the New World: but while Marlowe invests in tobacco and potato products, Will would rather invest in building a new theatre. But when Will’s savings go missing he’s forced to make a rather unusual bargain with his rival Robert Greene.
- 30 min
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Upstart Crow. Comedy about William Shakespeare as he starts to make a name for himself in London while also trying to be a good husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon. Series...
Upstart Crow is a comedy series about William Shakespeare's life and works. Watch the trailer, see the cast, and read the reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
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- Richard Boden
- TV-14
- David Mitchell
BBC Two - Upstart Crow - Episode guide. Home. Episodes. Clips. Episodes. All. Available now (21) Next on (0) Lockdown Christmas 1603. The plague has hit London, and Will and Kate are in wave...
BBC Two - Upstart Crow - Available now. Home. Episodes. Clips. Episodes. All. Available now (21) Next on (0) Lockdown Christmas 1603. The plague has hit London, and Will and Kate are in wave...