Manon Lescaut (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, Manon Lescaut is a music film directed by Brian Large, running about 129 minutes. “Manon Lescaut” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Manon", wrote Puccini to his publisher Giulio Ricordi in 1889, "is a heroine I believe in and therefore she cannot fail to win the heart of the public." This turned out to be a truly prophetic statement since none of Puccinis other world successes were received on their first nights as rapturously as Manon Lescaut. The popularity of Puccinis great masterpiece has never waned and the highly acclaimed Götz Friedrich production at Covent Garden was hailed as an operatic milestone. Two of the worlds leading stars--Kiri Te Kanawa and Placido Domingo--head a strong cast conducted by the brilliant Italian conductor Giuseppe Sinopoli.
Who’s in it. Manon Lescaut stars Plácido Domingo as Des Grieux, Kiri Te Kanawa as Manon Lescaut, Thomas Allen as Lescaut and Forbes Robinson as Géronte de Ravoir, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Manon Lescaut 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 Manon Lescaut page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manon Lescaut tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manon Lescaut (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manon Lescaut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manon Lescaut worth watching?
- Manon Lescaut holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Manon Lescaut?
- Manon Lescaut stars Plácido Domingo, Kiri Te Kanawa, Thomas Allen, Forbes Robinson and Robin Leggate.
- When was Manon Lescaut released?
- Manon Lescaut was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.