The Red Violin (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1998, The Red Violin is a thriller, drama, mystery and romance film directed by François Girard, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. 300 years of a remarkable musical instrument. Crafted by the Italian master Bussotti (Cecchi) in 1681, the red violin has traveled through Austria, England, China, and Canada, leaving both beauty and tragedy in its wake. In Montreal, Samuel L Jackson plays an appraiser going over its complex history.
Who’s in it. The Red Violin stars Carlo Cecchi as Nicolo Bussotti (Cremona), Irene Grazioli as Anna Bussotti (Cremona), Anita Laurenzi as Cesca (Cremona) and Tommaso Puntelli as Apprentice (Cremona), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Red Violin has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $9.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Starz Apple TV Channel and YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Violin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Violin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Violin (1998)?
- In US, The Red Violin is available to stream on Starz Apple TV Channel and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Red Violin worth watching?
- The Red Violin holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Red Violin?
- The Red Violin stars Carlo Cecchi, Irene Grazioli, Anita Laurenzi, Tommaso Puntelli and Samuele Amighetti.
- When was The Red Violin released?
- The Red Violin was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.