Gounod: Faust (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film
Released in 2011, Gounod: Faust is a music film directed by Barbara Willis Sweete, running about 190 minutes. “The Metropolitan Opera: Faust” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tenor Jonas Kaufmann is riveting as the title character of Gounod’s popular opera, seen in this Live in HD presentation of Des McAnuff’s thrilling 2011 production that places the mythical and timeless story in an early 20th-century setting. René Pape as Méphistophélès is menacing and elegant in equal measure, and Marina Poplavskaya delivers a searingly intense portrayal of the innocent Marguerite. Russell Braun as her brother, Valentin, shines in his Act II aria. On the podium, Yannick Nézet-Séguin brings out all the lyricism and drama of Gounod’s score.
Who’s in it. Gounod: Faust stars Jonas Kaufmann as Faust, René Pape as Mephistophélès, Marina Poplavskaya as Marguerite and Michele Losier as Siébel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gounod: Faust page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gounod: Faust tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gounod: Faust (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gounod: Faust change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Gounod: Faust?
- Gounod: Faust stars Jonas Kaufmann, René Pape, Marina Poplavskaya, Michele Losier and Russell Braun.
- When was Gounod: Faust released?
- Gounod: Faust was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 190 minutes.