Movie

Beethoven Fidelio

“Pretty darn close to having”

★ 9.5(2)19782h 27m

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Good to know

Director: Otto Schenk
Release date: 1978-11-04
Runtime: 2h 27m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Deutsche Grammophon

About Beethoven Fidelio

Beethoven Fidelio is a 1978 movie in the Music genre, directed by Otto Schenk, starring Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo and Manfred Jungwirth. It has a runtime of 2 hours 27 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Beethoven Fidelio in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This production is a gala affair; the sets are traditional (evocative of 18th-19th century Spain); the lighting is bright, so colors are good and one can see all of the action. Singers are generally well chosen and perform admirably. However, at this point, slight reservations creep in; although Janowitz (Fidelio/Leonore) and Kollo (Florestan) look "good" and act well, the singing parts tax them a bit when pushed to the limit. Most of the time that doesn't matter, and an argument can be made that a little vocal strain is in character with their dire plight. Ideally, for me, Vickers as Florestan would have added extra vocal heft and more sensitive acting than Kollo.

Cast

Gundula Janowitz

Leonora

René Kollo

Florestan

Manfred Jungwirth

Rocco

Hans Sotin

Don Pizarro

Lucia Popp

Marzelline

Adolf Dallapozza

Jaquino

Hans Helm

Fernando

Karl Terkal

1er Gefangener

Alfred Šramek

2e Gefangener

Leonard Bernstein

Conductor

Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper

Themes & keywords

opera

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Beethoven Fidelio in Canada?+

Beethoven Fidelio is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Beethoven Fidelio on Netflix?+

Beethoven Fidelio is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Beethoven Fidelio?+

Beethoven Fidelio has a runtime of 2 hours 27 minutes (147 minutes).

Who stars in Beethoven Fidelio?+

Beethoven Fidelio stars Gundula Janowitz, René Kollo, Manfred Jungwirth, Hans Sotin and Lucia Popp.

When did Beethoven Fidelio come out?+

Beethoven Fidelio is a 1978 movie directed by Otto Schenk.

What genre is Beethoven Fidelio?+

Beethoven Fidelio is Music film.

Who directed Beethoven Fidelio?+

Beethoven Fidelio was directed by Otto Schenk.