Verdi Simon Boccanegra (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2011, Verdi Simon Boccanegra is a notable film directed by Elijah Moshinsky, running about 145 minutes. “Domingo and Morris are incredible” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Simon Boccanegra is Verdi's magnificent telling of a humble 14th century Genoan who rises to become Doge of the great city. The plot centers on the political intrigues between Boccanegra (Domingo) and his adversary, the aristocratic Jacopo Fiesco, and the discovery of his long-lost daughter, Amelia. This story though replete with an inevitable tragic conclusion is ultimately one of hope, as the two great men are able to rise above their power-driven animosities to ensure peace amongst their beloved Genoa's warring factions and by placing familial and civic love ahead of their own individual desires.
Who’s in it. Verdi Simon Boccanegra stars Plácido Domingo as Simon Boccanegra, Marina Poplavskaya as Amelia, Joseph Calleja as Gabriele Adorno and Massimo Cavalletti as Paolo Albiani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Verdi Simon Boccanegra 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 Verdi Simon Boccanegra page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi Simon Boccanegra (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi Simon Boccanegra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Verdi Simon Boccanegra worth watching?
- Verdi Simon Boccanegra holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Verdi Simon Boccanegra?
- Verdi Simon Boccanegra stars Plácido Domingo, Marina Poplavskaya, Joseph Calleja, Massimo Cavalletti and Ferruccio Furlanetto.
- When was Verdi Simon Boccanegra released?
- Verdi Simon Boccanegra was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.