La Traviata - The Met (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, La Traviata - The Met is a drama, romance and music film directed by Brian Large, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. James Levine leads a remarkable cast in one of Verdi’s most enduringly popular operas and brings fresh insights to this beloved score. Ileana Cotrubas is poignant and touching as Violetta, the consumptive courtesan who finds true love with Alfredo, sung with style and passion by the great Plácido Domingo. Cornell MacNeil is Germont, Alfredo’s father, who forces the two apart, setting in motion events that lead to a shattering and tragic conclusion. Colin Graham’s production features design by Tanya Moiseiwitsch and choreography by Zachary Solov.
Who’s in it. La Traviata - The Met stars Ileana Cotrubas as Violetta Valéry, Plácido Domingo as Alfredo Germont, Cornell MacNeil as Giorgio Germont and Ariel Bybee as Flora, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Traviata - The Met page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Traviata - The Met tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Traviata - The Met (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La Traviata - The Met change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in La Traviata - The Met?
- La Traviata - The Met stars Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, Cornell MacNeil, Ariel Bybee and Geraldine Decker.
- When was La Traviata - The Met released?
- La Traviata - The Met was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.