The Tragedy of Macbeth, a 2021 American historical thriller film directed by Joel Coen, is written and directed by him. It is based on William Shakespeare's Macbeth. It is the first film that one of the Coen brothers has directed without the involvement of the other. Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Alex Hassell and Corey Hawkins star in the film. Kathryn Hunter and Harry Melling are also featured.
The Tragedy of Macbeth was premiered at the 2021 New York Film Festival, September 24, 2021. [4] The film was released theatrically on December 25, 2021 by A24. It is currently streaming on Apple TV+ on January 14, 2022. It received praise for its cinematography and direction as well as the performances of Washington and McDormand. Washington received nominations for the Academy Award Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, Screen Actors Guild Award For Best Actor for his performance in the title role. The film was also nominated for Best Cinematography at the 94th Academy Awards.