Verdi Macbeth (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1987, Verdi Macbeth is a music film directed by Brian Large, running about 149 minutes. “Sinopoli is a magician!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Macbeth" was Giuseppe Verdi's first attempt at music drama and also the first manifestation of his profound love for Shakespeare's work. Verdi took great pains with this opera, displaying special enthusiasm for it as he concentrated on the main characters of Lady Macbeth, Macbeth and the witches. This recording of Luca Ronconi's production is conducted by Giuseppe Sinopoli, who brings fresh color to Verdi's score. The cast, headed by Renato Bruson and Mara Zampieri, are strongly supported by a fine-toned and adaptable chorus who ably meet the demands of Verdi's great "chorus opera.
Who’s in it. Verdi Macbeth stars Renato Bruson as Macbeth, Mara Zampieri as Lady Macbeth, James Morris as Banquo and Dennis O'Neill as Macduff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Verdi Macbeth has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Verdi Macbeth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Verdi Macbeth tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi Macbeth (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi Macbeth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Verdi Macbeth worth watching?
- Verdi Macbeth holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Verdi Macbeth?
- Verdi Macbeth stars Renato Bruson, Mara Zampieri, James Morris, Dennis O'Neill and Sharon Sweet.
- When was Verdi Macbeth released?
- Verdi Macbeth was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 149 minutes.