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Performance · S06E05

Macbeth on the Estate

Summary

Shakespeare's play updated to the present day. On a council estate where people survive by dealing drugs and shoplifting, Duncan is the Godfather. Urged by Mrs Macbeth, Macbeth kills Duncan.

Guest stars

  • James Frain as Macbeth
  • David Harewood as Macduff
  • Ray Winstone as Duncan
  • Susan Vidler as Lady Macbeth
  • Andrew Tiernan as Banquo
  • Jo Dow as Rosse
  • Patsi Fox as Lady Macduff
  • Graham Bryan as Malcolm
  • Martin O'Brien as Seyton