‘Succession,’ ‘Game of Thrones’ & More TV Shows With Shakespearean Tropes

“To be, or not to be that is the question…” We all know that famous quote from Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Hamlet. The stories of Romeo & Juliet, Macbeth, Hamlet, and more are so well-known by millions across the globe. But did you know just how influential these stories are, even today, in modern television, like, say on shows like Breaking Bad, Succession, and Game of Thrones?

Many of the shows you love have Shakespearian themes in them. Some shows have Shakespearian-themed plots, while others have characters that resemble those from his works. Sometimes when watching a show, it’s easy to point out the love stories that resemble that of Romeo and Juliet’s forbidden romance. We also watch shows of tragic self-destruction like the story of Prince Hamlet. Who knew those stories would continue to be so entertaining and timeless?

Below, we’ve compiled a list of some shows with Shakespearian themes that we highly recommend you watch if you enjoy his plays. Shakespeare is meant to be seen, so go and check them out!