Twelfth Night (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2012, Twelfth Night is a comedy film directed by Tim Carroll, running about 175 minutes.
What it’s about. 'Better a witty fool, than a foolish wit.' Filled with a cast of unforgettable characters, Twelfth Night combines cruelty with high comedy and the pangs of unrequited love with some of the subtlest poetry and most exquisite songs Shakespeare ever wrote. The Globe revisits its award-winning Twelfth Night of 2002 with an all-male Original Practices production, exploring clothing, music, dance and settings possible in the Globe of around 1601. Mark Rylance reprises his performance of Olivia in Twelfth Night, 10 years after its original premiere at Middle Temple Hall and The Globe. Synopsis In the household of Olivia, two campaigns are being quietly waged - one by the lovesick lord Orsino against the heart of the indifferent Olivia; the other by an alliance of servants and hangers-on against the high-handedness of her steward, the pompous Malvolio. When Orsino engages the cross-dressed Viola to plead with Olivia on his behalf, a bittersweet chain of events follows.
Who’s in it. Twelfth Night stars Stephen Fry as Malvolio, Paul Chahidi as Maria, Samuel Barnett as Sebastian and Liam Brennan as Orsino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Twelfth Night has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twelfth Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Twelfth Night tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Twelfth Night (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twelfth Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Twelfth Night worth watching?
- Twelfth Night holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Twelfth Night?
- Twelfth Night stars Stephen Fry, Paul Chahidi, Samuel Barnett, Liam Brennan and John Paul Connolly.
- When was Twelfth Night released?
- Twelfth Night was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 175 minutes.