*Upstart Crow* is a brilliantly witty BBC Two sitcom starring David Mitchell as none other than William Shakespeare. The series imagines the famous playwright’s life, splitting his time between his family in Stratford-upon-Avon and the chaotic London theatre scene. Each episode cleverly tackles the supposed inspiration behind one of his great works, from *Romeo and Juliet* to *Macbeth*, while hilariously portraying Shakespeare as a man plagued by modern problems. He deals with frustrating commutes, writer’s block, and a family that doesn't quite appreciate his genius. Full of sharp dialogue and historical in-jokes, the show is a smart and funny look at the man behind the masterpieces. The popular series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.
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Upstart Crow is a British sitcom that aired on BBC Two, focusing on the life of William Shakespeare as he tries to balance his writing career and family life in Elizabethan England. The show stars David Mitchell as Shakespeare and takes a comedic look at his struggles with rival playwrights, demanding actors, and the many challenges of creating some of literature’s most famous plays. Upstart Crow cleverly mixes historical facts with modern humor, poking fun at everything from writer’s block to social issues of the time. The witty dialogue and clever references make it enjoyable for both history buffs and comedy fans alike. Upstart Crow has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns with more hilarious misadventures from “Will” Shakespeare.
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William Shakespeare starts to make a name for himself in London while also trying to be a good husband and father for his family in Stratford-upon-Avon.
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