Don Giovanni (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 2008, Don Giovanni is a music film directed by Francesca Zambello, running about 202 minutes. “Don Giovanni (2008) Royal Opera. Mozart / Italian” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. DON GIOVANNI is one of the timeless classics of all opera. Mozart’s music, and the words of his great collaborator Da Ponte, are brought to life in Francesca Zambello’s engrossing production with its rich and colourful designs by Maria Bjornson. The music is memorable, dramatic and enjoyable: from the seductive solo voices of the famous ‘La ci darem la mano’ to the fabulous ensemble as Don Giovanni’s infatuated conquests, vengeful victims and their outraged relatives join forces for justice. And retribution does finally come to Don Giovanni, a serial womanizer and a murderer, with the searing flames of Hell ready to engulf him. Simon Keenlyside heads the outstanding cast at the Covent Garden Royal Opera House, conducted by renowned Mozart expert Charles Mackerras.
Who’s in it. Don Giovanni stars Simon Keenlyside as Don Giovanni, Kyle Ketelsen as Leporello, Marina Poplavskaya as Donna Anna and Ramón Vargas as Don Ottavio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Don Giovanni 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 Don Giovanni page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don Giovanni tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don Giovanni (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don Giovanni change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Don Giovanni worth watching?
- Don Giovanni holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Don Giovanni?
- Don Giovanni stars Simon Keenlyside, Kyle Ketelsen, Marina Poplavskaya, Ramón Vargas and Joyce DiDonato.
- When was Don Giovanni released?
- Don Giovanni was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 202 minutes.