British Comedy Guide

Much Ado About Nothing

  • 1993 film

An adaptation of Shakespeare's romantic comedy. Don Pedro helps Claudio win Hero's love. On the eve of their wedding Don John who is jealous, falsely convinces Claudio of Hero's unfaithfulness. This leads to a chain reaction of misunderstandings, deceptions and insults. Stars Emma Thompson, Kenneth Branagh, Richard Briers, Kate Beckinsale, Denzel Washington and more.

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Cast & crew credits

Cast
Emma Thompson Beatrice
Kenneth Branagh Benedick
Richard Briers Leonato
Kate Beckinsale Hero
Denzel Washington Don Pedro
Robert Sean Leonard Claudio
Imelda Staunton Margaret
Jimmy Yuill Friar Francis
Brian Blessed Antonio
Andy Hockley George Seacole
Chris Barnes Frances Seacole
Conrad Nelson Hugh Oatcake
Phyllida Law Ursula
Keanu Reeves Don John
Richard Clifford Conrade
Gerard Horan Borachio
Patrick Doyle Balthasar
Alex Scott The Boy
Michael Keaton Dogberry
Ben Elton Verges
Edward Jewesbury Sexton
Writing team
William Shakespeare Writer
Kenneth Branagh Writer (Adapted By)
Production team
Kenneth Branagh Director
Stephen Evans Producer
David Parfitt Producer
Kenneth Branagh Producer
Andrew Marcus Editor
Tim Harvey Production Designer
Phyllis Dalton Costume Designer
Roger Lanser Director of Photography
Patrick Doyle Composer
Stuart Hopps Choreographer
Shaun Webb Graphics
Chris Newman 1st Assistant Director

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