Massenet: Manon (2012): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2012, Massenet: Manon is a drama and musik film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 173 minutes.

What it’s about. Star soprano Anna Netrebko scored a triumph in Laurent Pelly’s acclaimed 2012 production, singing the title heroine for the first time at the Met. Manon’s story—from innocent country girl to celebrated courtesan to destitute prisoner—is one of the great tragic tales in literature and music, and this performance brings out all of its colors, as seen through Massenet’s masterful score, from the comedic beginning to the heart-wrenching finale. Piotr Bezcala is des Grieux, Manon’s lover, who decides to become a priest when she leaves him, but ultimately is reunited with her, only to lose her again. Paulo Szot sings Lescaut, and Fabio Luisi conducts the Met Orchestra and Chorus.

Who’s in it. Massenet: Manon stars Anna Netrebko as Manon, Piotr Beczała as Des Grieux, Paulo Szot as Lescaut and David Pittsinger as Count des Grieux, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Massenet: Manon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Massenet: Manon tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.