Movie

Peter Grimes

19692h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Brian Large
Release date: 1969-11-02
Runtime: 2h 22m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About Peter Grimes

Peter Grimes is a 1969 movie in the Music genre, directed by Brian Large, starring Peter Pears, Heather Harper and Bryan Drake. It has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Peter Grimes in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This 1969 BBC production is about as close as we can get to a definitive version of Benjamin Britten's PETER GRIMES, one of the greatest 20th Century operas. The story of the individualistic fisherman hounded by his neighbors who believe he murdered his young apprentice packs tremendous emotional power. The compelling narrative is richly enhanced by its subtexts: the lone outsider versus the conformist mob; the dreamer of improbable dreams that lead to tragedy; the artist (dreamer) versus the Philistines, and the homosexual overtones of Grimes' abuse of his child apprentices. Britten is conductor of his work and tenor Peter Pears is Grimes, 25 years after he created the title role at the opera's premiere. As the widow Ellen Orford, soprano Heather Harper is magnificent. Best of all, the sea is an ever-present actor here. When we don't see it in the background it exerts its presence in the abundant visual references to nets, barrels, and other paraphernalia of a seaside fishing village.

Cast

Peter Pears

Peter Grimes

Heather Harper

Ellen Orford

Bryan Drake

Captain Balstrode

Elizabeth Bainbridge

Auntie

Themes & keywords

opera

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Peter Grimes in Denmark?+

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

Is Peter Grimes on Netflix?+

Peter Grimes is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is Peter Grimes?+

Peter Grimes has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).

Who stars in Peter Grimes?+

Peter Grimes stars Peter Pears, Heather Harper, Bryan Drake and Elizabeth Bainbridge.

When did Peter Grimes come out?+

Peter Grimes is a 1969 movie directed by Brian Large.

What genre is Peter Grimes?+

Peter Grimes is Music film.

Who directed Peter Grimes?+

Peter Grimes was directed by Brian Large.