Edgar (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film
Released in 2009, Edgar is a notable film directed by Tiziano Mancini.
What it’s about. Puccini’s operas are among the most beloved and best-known works in the classical repertoire, but Edgar may be unknown even to aficionados, at least as it is presented here. This original four-act version of Edgar, first performed in 1889, was believed lost for over a century when Puccini’s granddaughter Simonetta discovered the score fully intact in 2008. In addition to the third act’s funeral music, which Arturo Toscanini conducted at Puccini’s funeral in 1924, listeners may recognize the duet from the now-restored fourth act, cut by Puccini in subsequent revisions of the work: it bears more than a passing similarity to the third-act duet in Tosca.
Who’s in it. Edgar stars José Cura as Edgar, Amarilli Nizza as Fidelia, Julia Gertseva as Tigrana and Marco Vratogna as Frank, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Edgar page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Edgar (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Edgar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Edgar?
- Edgar stars José Cura, Amarilli Nizza, Julia Gertseva, Marco Vratogna and Carlo Cigni.
- When was Edgar released?
- Edgar was released in 2009.