Where to watch Shakespeare Live! From the RSC (2016) in the UK
Shakespeare Live! From the RSC (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
A celebration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, broadcast live at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
From the stage of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, David Tennant, Catherine Tate and guests mark the life of William Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of the playwright's death.
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David TennantSelf - Host -
Catherine TateSelf - Host -
Judi DenchSelf - Performer -
Benedict CumberbatchSelf - Performer -
Joseph FiennesSelf -
Ian McKellenSelf - Performer -
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Helen MirrenSelf - Performer
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Shakespeare Live! From the RSC (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.
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