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Shakespeare in Love (1998)

Young William Shakespeare is forced to stage his latest comedy, 'Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter', before it's even written. When lovely noblewoman Viola de Lesseps auditions for a role, they fall into forbidden love — and Shakespeare's play finds a new life (and title). As their relationship intensifies, the comedy soon transforms into tragedy.

Released Dec. 11, 1998 124 min 16+

Genres: Comedy, Drama, History, Romance

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Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Miramax, Bedford Falls Productions

Country: United States
Production Country: United States
Languages: English

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Runtime: 124 min.
Released: Dec. 11, 1998
Status: Released
Budget: $25,000,000
Revenue: $289,317,794
Certification: R
Parental Guide: 16+ cc

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