Madame Butterfly (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1995, Madame Butterfly is a music film directed by Frédéric Mitterrand, running about 135 minutes.
What it’s about. Cio-Cio-San, a young Japanese geisha, seeks to fulfill her dreams through marriage to an American naval officer. Her faith in their future is shattered by his empty vows and the loss she endures touches something deep within us all.
Who’s in it. Madame Butterfly stars Ying Huang as Cio-Cio-San, Yoshi Oida as Butterfly's Father, Ning Liang and Richard Troxell as Lt. Benjamin F. Pinkerton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Madame Butterfly 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 Madame Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madame Butterfly tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madame Butterfly (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madame Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madame Butterfly worth watching?
- Madame Butterfly holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madame Butterfly?
- Madame Butterfly stars Ying Huang, Yoshi Oida, Ning Liang, Richard Troxell and Richard Cowan.
- When was Madame Butterfly released?
- Madame Butterfly was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.