Characters

The melancholy prince, torn between duty and doubt, seeking revenge for his father's murder.

Hamlet's uncle and stepfather, who murdered his brother to claim the throne and queen.

Hamlet's mother, who hastily married Claudius after her husband's death.

Hamlet's love interest, whose descent into madness mirrors the play's tragic arc.

Ophelia's father and Claudius's advisor, killed by Hamlet in a moment of mistaken identity.

Ophelia's brother, who seeks revenge against Hamlet for his father's death.

The supernatural catalyst who reveals the truth of his murder and demands vengeance.

Hamlet's loyal friend and confidant, the voice of reason throughout the tragedy.

Childhood friends turned spies for Claudius, ultimately betrayed by their own duplicity.

The decisive Norwegian prince who restores order to Denmark after the tragic conclusion.

The wise Norwegian king who restrains his nephew Fortinbras from war with Denmark.

The late King of Norway, father of young Fortinbras, slain in single combat by King Hamlet.