Candide (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2005, Candide is a comedy and music film directed by Lonny Price, running about 120 minutes. “A concert performance of Bernstein's famous musical.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Leonard Bernstein's brilliant comic operetta comes to dazzling new life under the guidance of director Lonny Price (A Class Act). Based on the classic Voltaire tale of an innocent young man's journey through a life filled with colorful characters and unexpected life lessons, this tune-filled frolic features Tony Award-winners Patti LuPone and Kristin Chenoweth heading a dazzling cast with Paul Groves, Stanford Olsen, Sir Thomas Allen and the Westminster Symphonic Choir. The impeccable score (with lyrics by luminaries including Lillian Hellman, Dorothy Parker, Stephen Sondheim, Richard Wilbur and John La Touche) includes a host of delightful songs such as "Life Is Happiness Indeed," "It Must Be So," "You Were Dead, You Know" and "Make Our Garden Grow." Now enjoy this all-new production of a musical comedy favorite with Broadway's top stars!

Who’s in it. Candide stars Thomas Allen as Dr. Pangloss, Paul Groves as Candide, Kristin Chenoweth as Cunegonde and Patti LuPone as The Old Lady, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Candide has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Candide page.

If you liked it. Fans of Candide tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Candide (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Candide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Candide worth watching?
Candide holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Candide?
Candide stars Thomas Allen, Paul Groves, Kristin Chenoweth, Patti LuPone and Jeff Blumenkrantz.
When was Candide released?
Candide was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.