David Warner was one of the youngest known actors to play Hamlet for the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1965 at age 24. Ethan Hawke also portrayed a younger Hamlet in the 2000 film, making his angst convincing as a tortured young prince. Thomas Betterton notably played Hamlet until the age of 74, showcasing a long tradition of older actors tackling the role, including John Philip Kemble who took his final bow as Hamlet at 60.