Bizet: Carmen (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2010, Bizet: Carmen is a drama and music film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 166 minutes. “The Metropolitan Opera presentes Carmen by Georges Bizet” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Richard Eyre’s stunning new production of Bizet’s opera was the talk of the town when it was unveiled on New Year’s Eve 2009. Elīna Garanča leads the cast as the iconic gypsy of the title—a woman desired by every man but determined to remain true to herself. Roberto Alagna is Don José, the soldier who falls under her spell and sacrifices everything for her love, only to be cast aside when the toreador Escamillo (Teddy Tahu Rhodes) piques Carmen’s interest. With dances created by star choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and conducted by rising maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin, this Carmen brings every aspect of Bizet’s tale to thrilling life, from its lighthearted beginning to its inevitably tragic climax.
Who’s in it. Bizet: Carmen stars Roberto Alagna as Don José, Elina Garanca as Carmen, Barbara Frittoli as Mickaela and Teddy Tahu Rhodes as Escamillo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Bizet: Carmen has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Carnegie Hall+ Apple TV Channel and Carnegie Hall+ Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bizet: Carmen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bizet: Carmen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bizet: Carmen (2010)?
- In US, Bizet: Carmen is available to stream on Carnegie Hall+ Apple TV Channel and Carnegie Hall+ Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bizet: Carmen worth watching?
- Bizet: Carmen holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bizet: Carmen?
- Bizet: Carmen stars Roberto Alagna, Elina Garanca, Barbara Frittoli, Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Elizabeth Caballero.
- When was Bizet: Carmen released?
- Bizet: Carmen was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 166 minutes.