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Simon Schama's Shakespeare

TMDb10.0IMDbView on IMDb ↗2012-06-22· 59 min / ep· 1 season · 2 episodes
Documentary

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.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the TV show “Simon Schama's Shakespeare” in the United Kingdom, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in the United Kingdom can differ from other countries.

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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 14 Sept 2026.

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