What actor played Hamlet?

This is a bit of a trick question!

There have been many actors who have played Hamlet over the centuries. Some of the most famous include:

* Laurence Olivier (1948 film)

* Kenneth Branagh (1996 film)

* Mel Gibson (1990 film)

* Ethan Hawke (2000 film)

* David Tennant (2008-2009 stage production)

* Benedict Cumberbatch (2015 stage production)

So, there's no single answer! It depends on which production you're asking about.