The Taming of the Shrew
1967, English. Directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
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Italy, 16th century. Petruchio, a choleric, lying and poor rural landowner from Verona, arrives in Padua in search of fortune and a wife, while Baptista, a wealthy merchant, announces that he will not allow Bianca, his youngest daughter, to marry until the temperamental and unruly Katherina, his eldest daughter, does.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 190 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 8 March 1967
- Country
- Italy, United States of America
- Written by
- Suso Cecchi d'Amico, Paul Dehn, Franco Zeffirelli
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $8M
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What The Taming of the Shrew is based on
The Taming of the Shrew is based on The Taming of the Shrew, a 1623 play or musical by William Shakespeare.
Play or musical · 1623
The Taming of the Shrew
By William Shakespeare
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The Taming of the Shrew: quick answers
Is The Taming of the Shrew worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 190 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does The Taming of the Shrew have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Taming of the Shrew. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Taming of the Shrew parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Taming of the Shrew yet.
Which OTT platform is The Taming of the Shrew on?
The Taming of the Shrew isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Taming of the Shrew?
If you liked The Taming of the Shrew, try You're Cordially Invited, How I Got Into College, Tromeo & Juliet.
Who directed The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew (1967) was directed by Franco Zeffirelli and stars Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Natasha Pyne.
What is The Taming of the Shrew based on?
The Taming of the Shrew is based on The Taming of the Shrew, a 1623 play or musical by William Shakespeare.