Watch Shakespeare: The Truth Behind the Name

Romance, betrayal, and disgrace pulsate through William Shakespeare's plays, but the biggest scandal of all hides behind the author's name. He's not who you think he is! The secret behind one of literary history's greatest mysteries is finally exposed -- Edward de Vere, consort and court entertainer for Queen Elizabeth I, is revealed to be the true writer of the world's most beloved plays.

Shakespeare: The Truth Behind the Name is a 2021 documentary with a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.1.