Shakespeare: Rise of a Genius
Why does Shakespeare endure and what inspired the work that we still read and perform today? In this innovative drama-documentary, the life of the greatest writer who has ever lived is explored. Acting legends explain why his plays still resonate, as the most important moments of his life are investigated. How much of his life and the world around him are included in his writing?
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Documentary, Drama
Why does Shakespeare endure and what inspired the work that we still read and perform today? In this innovative drama-documentary, the life of the greatest writer who has ever lived is explored. Acting legends explain why his plays still resonate, as the most important moments of his life are investigated. How much of his life and the world around him are included in his writing?
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Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
Sun, Sep 28, 2025 56 mins
1587. Shakespeare leaves Stratford to pursue his dreams of becoming a playwright in the dangerous, growing metropolis of London. Public theatre is red-hot modernity, and Shakespeare begins his journey at the very bottom.
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Awards
- 2024 - Magnolia Award - Best Documentary Series - Nominated
- 2025 - Golden Panda Award - Best Editing for a Documentary - Nominated
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