Il Barbiere di Siviglia (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2007, Il Barbiere di Siviglia is a comedy and music film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. Audiences went wild for Bartlett Sher’s dynamic production, which found fresh and surprising ways to bring Rossini’s effervescent comedy closer to them than ever before. The stellar cast leapt to the challenge with irresistible energy and bravura vocalism. Juan Diego Flórez is Count Almaviva, who fires off showstopping coloratura as he woos Joyce DiDonato’s spirited Rosina—with assistance from Peter Mattei as the one and only Figaro, Seville’s beloved barber and man-about-town.
Who’s in it. Il Barbiere di Siviglia stars Joyce DiDonato as Rosina, Juan Diego Flórez as Count Almaviva / Lindoro, Peter Mattei as Figaro and John del Carlo as Dr. Bartolo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Il Barbiere di Siviglia 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 Il Barbiere di Siviglia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Il Barbiere di Siviglia tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Il Barbiere di Siviglia (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Il Barbiere di Siviglia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Il Barbiere di Siviglia worth watching?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Il Barbiere di Siviglia?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia stars Joyce DiDonato, Juan Diego Flórez, Peter Mattei, John del Carlo and John Relyea.
- When was Il Barbiere di Siviglia released?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.