Wagner: Das Rheingold (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, Wagner: Das Rheingold is a music film directed by Herbert von Karajan, running about 143 minutes.
What it’s about. This 1978 studio production of the prologue to Wagner's masterpiece is the only segment of the famous Salzburg Festival/Metropolitan Opera productions, first seen in the 1960s, that made it to film. Based on one of those original productions, Georges Wakhevitch produced stage settings and transformations that supported Karajan's concept with every possible means. Herbert Von Karajan's staging is in the epic style of another age, emphasizing the dignity of the gods rather than their all too human failings. With the singers - foremost among them Peter Schreier - Karajan had an ensemble that fully conformed to his intentions.
Who’s in it. Wagner: Das Rheingold stars Herbert von Karajan as Self - Conductor, Thomas Stewart as Wotan, Vladimir de Kanel as Donner (actor) and Leif Roar as Donner (singer), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wagner: Das Rheingold page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wagner: Das Rheingold tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wagner: Das Rheingold (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wagner: Das Rheingold change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Wagner: Das Rheingold?
- Wagner: Das Rheingold stars Herbert von Karajan, Thomas Stewart, Vladimir de Kanel, Leif Roar and Hermann Esser.
- When was Wagner: Das Rheingold released?
- Wagner: Das Rheingold was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.