The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni (1978): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 1978, The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni is a música film directed by Kirk Browning, running about 182 minutes.

What it’s about. Imbuing the familiar Don Juan myth with a captivating combination of comedy, seductiveness, danger, and damnation, Mozart created an enduring masterpiece that has been a cornerstone of the repertory since its 1787 premiere. An early entry in the Met’s series of PBS telecasts, this 1978 performance captures a young James Morris in a smooth portrayal of the title role, with the legendary Joan Sutherland showing off her unsurpassed technique as Donna Anna and Gabriel Bacquier as a masterful Leporello.

Who’s in it. The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni stars Joan Sutherland as Donna Anna, James Morris as Don Giovanni, John Brecknock as Don Ottavio and Julia Varady as Donna Elvira, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.