Shakespeare: Rise of a Genius
This docudrama tells the surprising and tumultuous life story of one of history's most celebrated writers: William Shakespeare. Featuring insights from Brian Cox, Judi Dench, Helen Mirren and more, it reveals the sparks that ignited his creative genius.
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This docudrama tells the surprising and tumultuous life story of one of history's most celebrated writers: William Shakespeare. Featuring insights from Brian Cox, Judi Dench, Helen Mirren and more, it reveals the sparks that ignited his creative genius.
Shakespeare heads to London to follow his dream of becoming a playwright. Entering a world of plague, rivalry and danger...
As Shakespeare achieves fame and fortune, a political scandal threatens his life and a family tragedy sees him question...
As a family secret threatens Shakespeare’s reputation, he unleashes his most epic and tragic work yet - Macbeth.