Movie

Billy Budd

1997

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Good to know

Director: John Dexter
Release date: 1997-03-11
Language: English
Status: Released

About Billy Budd

Billy Budd is a 1997 movie in the Music genre, directed by John Dexter, starring Philip Langridge, Dwayne Croft and James Morris. Below you can see where to watch Billy Budd in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

John Dexter’s brilliant production of Britten’s searing opera stars Dwayne Croft in the title role of the handsome young sailor whose kindness and innocence cause his downfall. The great James Morris is Claggart, master-at-arms on the 18th-century warship Indomitable, who falsely accuses Billy of inciting a mutiny. Philip Langridge sings Captain Vere, the honest commander who knows that Billy is innocent but finds himself unable to save him. Steuart Bedford, Britten’s close collaborator during the last years of the composer’s life, is on the podium.

Cast

Philip Langridge

Captain Vere

Dwayne Croft

Billy Budd

James Morris

Claggart

Julien Robbins

Lieutenant Ratcliffe

Anthony Dean Griffey

Arthur Jones

Paul Plishka

Dansker

Thomas Hammons

Bosun

James Courtney

Mr. Flint

Themes & keywords

opera

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Billy Budd in United States?+

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Who stars in Billy Budd?+

Billy Budd stars Philip Langridge, Dwayne Croft, James Morris, Julien Robbins and Anthony Dean Griffey.

When did Billy Budd come out?+

Billy Budd is a 1997 movie directed by John Dexter.

What genre is Billy Budd?+

Billy Budd is Music film.

Who directed Billy Budd?+

Billy Budd was directed by John Dexter.