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Upstart Crow (2016)

TV Series ★ 7.3 30 min

Comedy Drama

Comedy about the life and times of William Shakespeare as he starts to make a name for himself in London, whilst also trying to balance life as a husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Ben Elton Creator Ben Kellett Director Richard Boden Director Ben Elton Writer

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Released
May 9, 2016
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt4793190
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Cast

David Mitchell David Mitchell Will Shakespeare Liza Tarbuck Liza Tarbuck Anne Hathaway Paula Wilcox Paula Wilcox Mary Arden Harry Enfield Harry Enfield John Shakespeare Spencer Jones Spencer Jones Kempe Helen Monks Helen Monks Susannah Mark Heap Mark Heap Sir Robert Greene Gemma Whelan Gemma Whelan Kate Steve Speirs Steve Speirs Burbage Dominic Coleman Dominic Coleman Condell Rob Rouse Bottom

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Frequently asked questions

What is Upstart Crow about?
Comedy about the life and times of William Shakespeare as he starts to make a name for himself in London, whilst also trying to balance life as a husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Who created Upstart Crow?
Upstart Crow was created by Ben Elton, Ben Kellett, Richard Boden.
Who stars in Upstart Crow?
Upstart Crow stars David Mitchell, Liza Tarbuck, Paula Wilcox, Harry Enfield.
When was Upstart Crow released?
Upstart Crow is a 2016 comedy, drama series.
Where can I watch Upstart Crow?
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