Turandot (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1987, Turandot is a music film directed by Kirk Browning, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. The Franco Zeffirelli production of Puccini's "Turandot", recorded live at the Metropolitan Opera in April, 1987. Éva Marton stars as Turandot, with Plácido Domingo as Calaf, Leona Mitchell as Liù, Paul Plishka as Timur, and Hugues Cuenod as L'Imperatore Altoum. James Levine conducts.
Who’s in it. Turandot stars Éva Marton as Turandot, Leona Mitchell as Liù, Plácido Domingo as Calaf and Paul Plishka as Timur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Turandot has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Turandot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Turandot tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Turandot (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Turandot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Turandot worth watching?
- Turandot holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Turandot?
- Turandot stars Éva Marton, Leona Mitchell, Plácido Domingo, Paul Plishka and Hugues Cuénod.
- When was Turandot released?
- Turandot was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.