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- Shakespeare is played by David Mitchell; his wife, Anne Hathaway, is played by Liza Tarbuck; and Greene himself by Mark Heap.
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Upstart Crow (TV Series 2016–2020) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
- David Mitchell as William Shakespeare
- Liza Tarbuck as Anne Hathaway
- Paula Wilcox as Mary Arden
- Helen Monks as Susanna
- Harry Enfield as John Shakespeare
- Gemma Whelan as Kate
- Tim Downie as Christopher 'Kit' Marlowe
- Mark Heap as Robert Greene
Writer, comedian and actor David Mitchell stars as the lead in Upstart Crow, and it seems the actor has a large affection for the playwright. Speaking to the Sunday Times this weekend ahead of the festive episode, the actor said: "Doing this show I feel like I love him. David Mitchell plays the Bard in the comedy "I am almost ashamed to admit this ...
Liza Tarbuck plays the role of Shakespeare's older and 'commoner' wife, Anne Hathaway. The actress is the daughter of beloved entertainer and Saturday Night at the Palladiumhost Jimmy Tarbuck, and it seems she's followed in her father's footsteps into showbiz. Liza Tarbuck plays Shakespeare's wife Liza has appeared in other TV programmes such as Fr...
Mary Arden was William Shakespeare's mum and is played in the sitcom by Paula Wilcox. Viewers will recognise Paula from shows such as Coronation Street, The Smoking Room and Mount Pleasant. MORE: His Dark Materials: when will season three be aired? MORE: 9 hilarious TV moments from 2020 you've probably forgotten about MORE: The Pembrokeshire Murder...
The character Susanna is the daughter of William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway and is played in the comedy by Helen Monks. Helen's other acting credits include fictional series The Last Kingdom, Genius and other comedies such as Raised By Wolves andInside No.9. Helen Monks plays the daughter of Shakespeare
Harry Enfield is no stranger to comedy TV. The actor, who plays John Shakespeare, father of William, began his career in the early eighties and went on to create his own comedy sketch show Harry Enfield's Television Programme. Harry Enfield also stars The comedian is also well-known for his work alongside Kathy Burke, creating comedy act Kevin and ...
Gemma Whelan has played Kate – an aspiring actress and friend of Shakespeare's – onUpstart Crow since the beginning, but the actress is also hailed for her performance on HBO drama Game of Thrones. MORE: Where are the cast of Downton Abbey now? MORE: Is Taskmaster star Greg Davies married? Find out more Gemma as Kate in Upstart Crow The actress pla...
Christopher Marlowe, commonly known as Kit, was often considered a rival of Shakespeare's by historians. In the sitcom, he acts as a fellow playwright and spy. The show plays on the 'Marlovian theory of Shakespeare authorship' that alleges Marlowe was the penman behind a lot of Shakespeare's work. Playing Kit is Tim Downie, also known for his work ...
Viewers will recognise Mark Heap who plays fellow author Robert Greene from his work in cult comedies like Green Wing and Friday Night Dinner. He's also made appearance in other programmes such as Spaced, Benidorm and Brass Eye. Friday Night Dinner star Mark Heap also appears Upstart Crow sees many other famous faces pop up throughout the programme...
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Cast. David Mitchell, who plays Shakespeare in both the TV sitcom and the first and second run of the stage play. David Mitchell as William Shakespeare, aspiring playwright who wishes to overcome his humble origins. He commutes between his family's home in Stratford-upon-Avon and Central London, where he does most of his work.
With David Mitchell, Gemma Whelan, Rob Rouse, Liza Tarbuck. Satirical Blackadderesque sitcom about how friends, family, historical circumstances, and his arch-rival Robert Greene, who first coined the derogatory term "upstart crow", influenced William Shakespeare to write his famous plays.
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- 2016-05-09
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A list of all credits for actors, writers, producers, directors and other cast and crew involved in BBC2's Upstart Crow.
Ben Elton. Writer (18 Episodes) Comedy about the life and times of William Shakespeare as he starts to make a name for himself in London, whilst also trying to balance life as a husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon.
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