Callas: A Documentary (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1978, Callas: A Documentary is a notable film directed by Tony Palmer, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Narrated by cinema legend Franco Zeffirelli, this intimate made-for-television documentary traces the life and times of the mercurial Maria Callas, one of the most renowned and respected operatic divas of the mid-20th century. Rare authentic footage, candid interviews and breathtaking performances help paint a portrait of an artist remembered as much for her quick and explosive temper as she is for her immeasurable talent.
Who’s in it. Callas: A Documentary stars María Callas, Franco Zeffirelli as Narrator, Aristotle Onassis as Self (archive footage) and Luchino Visconti as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Callas: A Documentary has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Callas: A Documentary page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Callas: A Documentary (1978)?
- In US, Callas: A Documentary is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Callas: A Documentary worth watching?
- Callas: A Documentary holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Callas: A Documentary?
- Callas: A Documentary stars María Callas, Franco Zeffirelli, Aristotle Onassis, Luchino Visconti and Graziella Sciutti.
- When was Callas: A Documentary released?
- Callas: A Documentary was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.