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National Theatre Live: Phèdre

The result is carnage.

Drama
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2009-06-25
2h 5m
English
Released
National Theatre

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A new English adaptation of the classic French tragedy Phèdre by Jean Racine (1639-1699). It retells the ancient Greek tale of the wife of the Atenian King Theseus, who conceived a forbidden love for his son (by an earlier wife) Hyppolytus. All ends badly for all. One of the first five episodes also released on terrestrial TV on a 2009 BBC TV series titled "National Theatre Live".

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About National Theatre Live: Phèdre

The result is carnage.

A new English adaptation of the classic French tragedy Phèdre by Jean Racine (1639-1699). It retells the ancient Greek tale of the wife of the Atenian King Theseus, who conceived a forbidden love for his son (by an earlier wife) Hyppolytus. All ends badly for all. One of the first five episodes also released on terrestrial TV on a 2009 BBC TV series titled "National Theatre Live". Running 125 minutes.

National Theatre Live: Phèdre Cast and Characters

The cast features Helen Mirren (as Phèdre), Dominic Cooper (as Hippolytus), Ruth Negga (as Aricia), Chipo Chung (as Ismene), and John Shrapnel (as Théramène). Their performances are a major reason National Theatre Live: Phèdre has built such a passionate audience.

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National Theatre Live: Phèdre runs for 125 minutes (about 2.1 hours).

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Who is in the cast of National Theatre Live: Phèdre?

The main cast includes Helen Mirren, Dominic Cooper, Ruth Negga, and Chipo Chung, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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National Theatre Live: Phèdre was released in 2009.

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What is National Theatre Live: Phèdre about?

National Theatre Live: Phèdre is a Drama English-language film. A new English adaptation of the classic French tragedy Phèdre by Jean Racine (1639-1699). It retells the ancient Greek tale of the wife of the Atenian King Theseus, who conceived a forbidden love for his son (by an earlier wife) Hyppolytus. All ends badly for all. One of the first five episodes also released on terrestrial TV on a 2009 BBC TV series titled "National Theatre Live".

When was National Theatre Live: Phèdre released?

National Theatre Live: Phèdre was released on June 25, 2009. It has a runtime of 2h 5m. The film was produced by National Theatre.

Who stars in National Theatre Live: Phèdre?

National Theatre Live: Phèdre stars Helen Mirren, Dominic Cooper, Ruth Negga and Chipo Chung. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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