TV series
Simon Schama's Shakespeare
2012, English, on BBC Two. Created by Simon Schama.
Simon Schama explores the life and times of William Shakespeare to shed a new and fascinating light on some of the greatest plays ever written. He asks the question: "What came first, Englishness, or Shakespeare's idea of it?" and produces a persuasive argument in favour of the latter.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 59 min
- Status
- Ended in 2012
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Simon Schama's Shakespeare is streaming on Britbox in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Hollow Crowns
Aired 29 June 2012
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 22 June 2012
- Last aired
- 29 June 2012
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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Simon Schama's Shakespeare: quick answers
Is Simon Schama's Shakespeare worth watching?
Simon Schama's Shakespeare doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of Simon Schama's Shakespeare are there?
Simon Schama's Shakespeare has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 59 minutes each.
Is Simon Schama's Shakespeare finished?
Yes. Simon Schama's Shakespeare ended in 2012, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Simon Schama's Shakespeare on?
Simon Schama's Shakespeare is streaming on Britbox in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Simon Schama's Shakespeare parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Simon Schama's Shakespeare yet.
What shows are like Simon Schama's Shakespeare?
If you liked Simon Schama's Shakespeare, try Pee-wee as Himself, A History of Horror, George Carlin's American Dream.
Who created Simon Schama's Shakespeare?
Simon Schama's Shakespeare was created by Simon Schama and stars Simon Schama, Harriet Walter, Peter de Jersey.