Il Barbiere di Siviglia (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1973, Il Barbiere di Siviglia is a comedy and music film directed by Ernst Wild, running about 141 minutes.
What it’s about. Count Almaviva is in love with Rosina. However, she is currently staying with Dr. Bartolo – who desires to marry her. By using a series of disguises, Almaviva manages to pass letters to Rosina and serenade her with his beautiful voice. Dr. Bartolo does his best to stop Almaviva but is constantly thwarted. In the end, Count Almaviva marries Rosina and Dr. Bartolo comes to terms with his defeat.
Who’s in it. Il Barbiere di Siviglia stars Hermann Prey as Figaro, Luigi Alva as Il Conte D'Almaviva, Enzo Dara as Bartolo and Teresa Berganza as Rosina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Il Barbiere di Siviglia sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Il Barbiere di Siviglia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Il Barbiere di Siviglia tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Il Barbiere di Siviglia (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Il Barbiere di Siviglia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Il Barbiere di Siviglia worth watching?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Il Barbiere di Siviglia?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia stars Hermann Prey, Luigi Alva, Enzo Dara, Teresa Berganza and Paolo Montarsolo.
- When was Il Barbiere di Siviglia released?
- Il Barbiere di Siviglia was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.