Verdi: Macbeth (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, Verdi: Macbeth is a drama, music and history film directed by Harry Kupfer, running about 162 minutes.
What it’s about. After winning in battle, Commander Macbeth receives a prophesy that he will one day become King of Scotland. Influenced by the whisperings of his wife, he literally stops at nothing to fulfil the prophesy. But racked by guilt, the Macbeths soon sink into delusions and become victims of their own thirst for power. Anna Netrebko reprises her electrifying portrayal of Lady Macbeth opposite Plácido Domingo at the Berlin State Opera. Maestro Daniel Barenboim leads the opera icons along with the Staatsopernchor and Staatskapelle Berlin.
Who’s in it. Verdi: Macbeth stars Plácido Domingo as Macbeth, Anna Netrebko as Lady Macbeth, Kwangchul Youn as Banco and Fabio Sartori as Macduff, among others.
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 The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi: Macbeth (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi: Macbeth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Verdi: Macbeth?
- Verdi: Macbeth stars Plácido Domingo, Anna Netrebko, Kwangchul Youn, Fabio Sartori and Evelin Novak.
- When was Verdi: Macbeth released?
- Verdi: Macbeth was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 162 minutes.