Orfeo Ed Euridice (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, Orfeo Ed Euridice is a music film directed by Harry Kupfer, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Performed live at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Gluck's opera in three acts is conducted by Hartmut Haenchen. Performers include Jochen Kowalski, Gillian Webster and Jeremy Budd, alongside the Royal Opera Chorus and Orchestra. When Orpheus mourns for his late wife Eurydice, the god Cupid offers him the chance to descend into the underworld and lead her back to the land of the living, on the condition that he does not look at her face. He sets out on his journey, but his path to the Elysian Fields is blocked by the fierce Furies.
Who’s in it. Orfeo Ed Euridice stars Jochen Kowalski as Orfeo, Gillian Webster as Euridice, Jeremy Budd as Amore and Jean-Pierre Blanchard as Orfeo double, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Orfeo Ed Euridice page.
If you liked it. Fans of Orfeo Ed Euridice tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Orfeo Ed Euridice (1991)?
- In US, Orfeo Ed Euridice is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Orfeo Ed Euridice?
- Orfeo Ed Euridice stars Jochen Kowalski, Gillian Webster, Jeremy Budd, Jean-Pierre Blanchard and William Edwards.
- When was Orfeo Ed Euridice released?
- Orfeo Ed Euridice was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.