Anonymous 2011
“Was Shakespeare a Fraud?”
What is Anonymous?
Anonymous is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama, History, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 21, 2011
- Studios
- Centropolis Entertainment, Columbia Pictures, Relativity Media
- Genres
- Drama, History, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Anonymous is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama, History, Thriller. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A political drama imagines a hidden author behind Shakespeare's works.”
- Intriguing alternate‑history premise
- Strong period production values
- Thought‑provoking literary mystery
- Speculative premise may not satisfy all viewers
- Pacing can feel uneven
Watch it if you enjoy historical thrillers that explore literary mysteries.
Rated PG‑13, the film contains political intrigue and some intense scenes, suitable for teen and adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What historical period does the film depict?
It is set during the late 16th‑century succession of Queen Elizabeth I and the Essex Rebellion.
What theory does the movie explore?
The story advances the theory that Edward De Vere, Earl of Oxford, wrote Shakespeare's plays.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a drama, history, and thriller.
What is the film's rating and runtime?
The movie is rated PG‑13 and runs about 2 hours and 10 minutes.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released in the United States on October 28, 2011.