Movie

Passion

★ 6.5(14)19961h 55m

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Good to know

Director: James Lapine
Release date: 1996-09-29
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: American Playhouse

About Passion

Passion is a 1996 movie in the Drama, Music and Romance genres, directed by James Lapine, starring Donna Murphy, Jere Shea and Marin Mazzie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Passion in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Giorgio, a young soldier, is in love with Clara. But they are separated when Giorgio is posted far away, where he meets the unhappy, unhealthy, and unattractive Fosca, who develops a passionate love for Giorgio and tries to make him love her. This rendition of Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical was recorded on the stage with it's original all-star Broadway cast. Originally broadcast as part of "American Playhouse" on PBS (season thirteen, episode six).

Cast

Donna Murphy

Fosca

Jere Shea

Giorgio

Marin Mazzie

Clara

Gregg Edelman

Colonel Ricci

Tom Aldredge

Dr. Tambourri

Linda Balgord

Fosca's Mother

T.J. Meyers

Major Rizzolli

William Parry

Lieutenant Barri

Christopher Peccaro

Ludovic

Francis Ruivivar

Lieutenant Torasso

Colleen Fitzpatrick

Mistress

John Antony

Private Augenti

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Passion in Canada?+

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

Is Passion on Netflix?+

Passion is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Passion?+

Passion has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Passion?+

Passion stars Donna Murphy, Jere Shea, Marin Mazzie, Gregg Edelman and Tom Aldredge.

When did Passion come out?+

Passion is a 1996 movie directed by James Lapine.

What genre is Passion?+

Passion is Drama, Music and Romance film.

Who directed Passion?+

Passion was directed by James Lapine.