The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot is a drama and music film directed by Gary Halvorson, running about 143 minutes.
What it’s about. Christine Goerke has wowed audiences as Turandot, the icy princess at the heart of Puccini’s grand final masterpiece. In this performance from the 2019–20 Live in HD season, Goerke stars alongside tenor Yusif Eyvazov (as Calàf) and soprano Eleonora Buratto (as Liù) in Franco Zeffirelli’s classic staging, which dazzles with its opulent visions of mythic China. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin is on the podium, drawing a vivid array of musical colors from the incomparable Met Orchestra and Chorus.
Who’s in it. The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot stars Christine Goerke as Turandot, Yusif Eyvazov as Calàf, Eleonora Buratto as Liù and James Morris as Timur, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot stars Christine Goerke, Yusif Eyvazov, Eleonora Buratto, James Morris and Alexey Lavrov.
- When was The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot released?
- The Metropolitan Opera: Turandot was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.