Rigoletto (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film
Released in 2001, Rigoletto is a music film directed by Pierre Cavasillas, running about 134 minutes.
What it’s about. Rigoletto is a jester in the court of the Duke of Mantua. He has a hunch-back and he's rather unattractive, but he's good at his job of humiliating the courtiers for the amusement of the Duke. The courtiers, of course, are not amused. The Duke is a ladies man who feels his life would be meaningless if he couldn't chase every skirt he sees. In fact, we learn as the opera begins that he's recently been noticing a young lady every Sunday on her way to church, and he's vowed to have his way with her. What nobody realizes is that the girl is the jester's beloved daughter, Gilda, and that Gilda has seen the Duke every Sunday and is smitten with him. Suddenly Count Monterone appears at court, furious that the Duke has seduced his daughter. Rigoletto ridicules Monterone, the Duke laughs, and Monterone casts an awful curse on both of them. Later, the courtiers discover that Rigoletto is secretly living with Gilda...
Who’s in it. Rigoletto stars Aquiles Machado as Duke of Mantova, Leo Nucci as Rigoletto, Inva Mula as Gilda and Mario Luperi as Sparafucile, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rigoletto page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rigoletto tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rigoletto (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rigoletto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Rigoletto?
- Rigoletto stars Aquiles Machado, Leo Nucci, Inva Mula, Mario Luperi and Sarah M'Punga.
- When was Rigoletto released?
- Rigoletto was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.