Much Ado About Nothing (1993)
Kernel Score: 77% · 793 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 1993-05-07
Runtime: 111 minutes
Where to watch Much Ado About Nothing
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
In this Shakespearean farce, Hero and her groom-to-be, Claudio, team up with Claudio's commanding officer, Don Pedro, the week before their wedding to hatch a matchmaking scheme. Their targets are sharp-witted duo Benedick and Beatrice -- a tough task indeed, considering their corresponding distaste for love and each other. Meanwhile, meddling Don John plots to ruin the wedding.
Much Ado About Nothing parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Much Ado About Nothing is a Shakespearean romantic comedy with witty banter and mild intrigue, rated PG-13.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Emma Thompson as Beatrice
- Kenneth Branagh as Benedick
- Kate Beckinsale as Hero
- Denzel Washington as Don Pedro of Aragon
- Michael Keaton as Dogberry
- Keanu Reeves as Don John
- Robert Sean Leonard as Claudio
- Richard Briers as Signor Leonato
- Imelda Staunton as Margaret
- Jimmy Yuill as Friar Francis
Much Ado About Nothing FAQ
Is Much Ado About Nothing good?
Much Ado About Nothing has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 793 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Much Ado About Nothing?
In the US you can stream Much Ado About Nothing on Fubo, Philo, Kanopy and MGM+, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Much Ado About Nothing OK for kids?
Much Ado About Nothing is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Much Ado About Nothing is a Shakespearean romantic comedy with witty banter and mild intrigue, rated PG-13.
What movies are like Much Ado About Nothing?
If you liked Much Ado About Nothing, try Pride & Prejudice, The First Time, 10 Things I Hate About You and Instructions Not Included.