Saul (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Saul is a drama and music film directed by François Roussillon, running about 185 minutes.
What it’s about. Glyndebourne's Saul stole the summer and had critics raving. The Guardian (****) applauded virtuoso stagecraft from director Barrie Kosky in his debut production there, calling the show a theatrical and musical feast of energetic choruses, surreal choreography and gorgeous singing. For The Independent, which ranked it amongst five top classical and opera performances of 2015, there was no praise too high for the cast. The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment under Ivor Bolton sparkles from the pit with period panache, and designer Katrin Lea Tag's exuberant costumes (The Times ****) set the Old Testament story in Handel's time, with a witty twinge of the contemporary.
Who’s in it. Saul stars Ivor Bolton as Conductor, Lucy Crowe as Merab, Sophie Bevan as Michal and Christopher Purves as Saul/Apparition of Samuel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Saul page.
If you liked it. Fans of Saul tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Saul (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Saul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Saul?
- Saul stars Ivor Bolton, Lucy Crowe, Sophie Bevan, Christopher Purves and Iestyn Davies.
- When was Saul released?
- Saul was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 185 minutes.