Carmen (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2007, Carmen is a romance and music film directed by Jonathan Haswell, running about 152 minutes.

What it’s about. Jonas Kaufmann and Anna Caterina Antonacci bring rare erotic intensity to the drama of Don José and Carmen in this darkly passionate reading of one of the most popular operas. Kaufmann uses his burnished tenor and smouldering good looks to portray the man undone by Carmen's love. As the object of his desire, Antonacci gives a physical and compelling performance.

Who’s in it. Carmen stars Anna Caterina Antonacci as Carmen, Jonas Kaufmann as Don Jose, Ildebrando d'Arcangelo as Escamillo and Norah Amsellem as Micaela, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Carmen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Stingray Classica Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Carmen page.

If you liked it. Fans of Carmen tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Carmen (2007)?
In US, Carmen is available to stream on Stingray Classica Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Carmen worth watching?
Carmen holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Carmen?
Carmen stars Anna Caterina Antonacci, Jonas Kaufmann, Ildebrando d'Arcangelo, Norah Amsellem and Caroline Lena Olsson.
When was Carmen released?
Carmen was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 152 minutes.