What really happened during Shakespeare's 'Lost Years'? Hopeless lute player Bill Shakespeare leaves his home to follow his dream.
If you prefer Carry On Henry to Wolf Hall, this is the Tudorsploitation titterthon for you.
Although it lacks cinematic dash, it's still an enjoyable first crack at storming the big screen for the Horrible Histories gang.
The Horrible Histories team present the early life of the Bard in an entertaining, panto-ish romp.
Bill is daft fun for all the family, plus there is the bonus of Damian Lewis as Sir Richard Hawkins.
Some of the puns and visual gags are weak but the film-makers keep them coming – and they always stumble on one that works sooner or later.
The leading lights of the TV series romp through a mash-up Shakespeare in Love and Blackadder.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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