Strauss R: Elektra (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2010, Strauss R: Elektra is a music film directed by Thomas Grimm, running about 109 minutes. “Elektra by Richard Strauss at the Salzburger Festspiele” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Nikolaus Lehnhoff production of Richard Strauss's "Elektra", recorded live at the Salzburger Festspiele in 2010. Iréne Theorin stars as Elektra, with Eva-Maria Westbroek as Chrysothemis, Waltraud Meier as Klytämnestra, Robert Gambill as Aegisth, and René Pape as Orest. Daniele Gatti conducts the Wiener Philharmoniker.
Who’s in it. Strauss R: Elektra stars Iréne Theorin as Elektra, Waltraud Meier as Klytämnestra, Eva-Maria Westbroek as Chrysothemis and Robert Gambill as Aegisth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Strauss R: Elektra 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 Strauss R: Elektra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strauss R: Elektra tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strauss R: Elektra (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strauss R: Elektra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Strauss R: Elektra worth watching?
- Strauss R: Elektra holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Strauss R: Elektra?
- Strauss R: Elektra stars Iréne Theorin, Waltraud Meier, Eva-Maria Westbroek, Robert Gambill and René Pape.
- When was Strauss R: Elektra released?
- Strauss R: Elektra was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.