Verdi: Aida (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2012, Verdi: Aida is a music film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 168 minutes.
What it’s about. The Met’s spectacular production of Verdi’s Egyptian epic captures both the grandeur and the intimacy of this powerful tale of love and politics. Liudmyla Monastyrska is Aida, the Ethiopian princess-turned-slave in love with the Egyptian warrior Radamès, sung by Roberto Alagna. Olga Borodina is her rival, Amneris, daughter of the Pharao, and George Gagnidze sings Aida’s father, Amonasro, the King of Ethiopia. Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi is on the podium.
Who’s in it. Verdi: Aida stars Liudmyla Monastyrska as Aida, Miklós Sebestyèn as The King, Olga Borodina as Amneris and Roberto Alagna as Radamès, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Verdi: Aida 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 Verdi: Aida page.
If you liked it. Fans of Verdi: Aida tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi: Aida (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi: Aida change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Verdi: Aida worth watching?
- Verdi: Aida holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Verdi: Aida?
- Verdi: Aida stars Liudmyla Monastyrska, Miklós Sebestyèn, Olga Borodina, Roberto Alagna and George Gagnidze.
- When was Verdi: Aida released?
- Verdi: Aida was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 168 minutes.