Mozart: The Magic Flute (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2003, Mozart: The Magic Flute is a music film directed by David McVicar, running about 185 minutes. “One of the best known productions of this opera, in Covent Garden – London 2003” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. THE MAGIC FLUTE opens with Prince Tamino being rescued from a serpent by Ladies in the employ of the Queen of the Night. Papageno the bird-catcher arrives and claims he killed the serpent, but the outraged Ladies padlock Papageno's mouth for his lie. They also show Tamino a portrait of Princess Pamina, the Queen's kidnapped daughter, and he immediately falls in love. Protected by a golden flute, he sets off with the bird-catcher Papageno to rescue Pamina from the clutches of the sorcerer Sarastro and a madcap adventure involving magicians, wild animals and very Masonic-like trials. Triumphing over all adversity, the lovers unite, as the forces of light banish the darkness and Papageno even finds a true love of his own. The internationally renowned Mozart interpreter Sir Colin Davis conducts the chorus and orchestra of the Royal Opera House and a glittering cast in David McVicar's 2003 production of the opera Mozart wrote in the final year of his life, recorded live at Covent Garden.
Who’s in it. Mozart: The Magic Flute stars Will Hartmann as Tamino, Dorothea Röschmann as Pamina, Diana Damrau as Queen of the Night and Franz-Josef Selig as Sarastro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Mozart: The Magic Flute has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mozart: The Magic Flute page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mozart: The Magic Flute tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mozart: The Magic Flute (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mozart: The Magic Flute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mozart: The Magic Flute worth watching?
- Mozart: The Magic Flute holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mozart: The Magic Flute?
- Mozart: The Magic Flute stars Will Hartmann, Dorothea Röschmann, Diana Damrau, Franz-Josef Selig and Ailish Tynan.
- When was Mozart: The Magic Flute released?
- Mozart: The Magic Flute was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 185 minutes.