La Cenerentola (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1981, La Cenerentola is a comedy and music film directed by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle, running about 151 minutes.
What it’s about. The Prince, Don Ramiro (who has changed places with his valet, Dandini), meets Cenerentola and they are instantly attracted to each other. When the Philosopher, Alidoro, later takes Cenerentola (dressed in magnificent clothing) to the palace, Dandini (still posing as the prince) tries to talk of love to her, but Cenerentola rejects him, saying that she is in love with his 'valet'. Ramiro, who has overheard this comment, is overjoyed, and immediately proposes to her, but Cenerentola says that he must first seek her out and then, if he still felt the same way, she would marry him. She gives him one of a matching pairs of bracelets, telling him to look for its companion on her right arm (she then leaves the palace). Ramiro ends the masquerade, and he and Dandini resume their true identities. The Prince then sets out on his quest - little realising that destiny, in the form of a violent thunderstorm, is about to take a hand in the affair.
Who’s in it. La Cenerentola stars Frederica von Stade as Angelina / Cenerentola, Margherita Guglielmi as Clorinda, Laura Zannini as Tisbe and Paolo Montarsolo as Don Magnifico, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, La Cenerentola 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 La Cenerentola page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Cenerentola tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Cenerentola (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La Cenerentola change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is La Cenerentola worth watching?
- La Cenerentola holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in La Cenerentola?
- La Cenerentola stars Frederica von Stade, Margherita Guglielmi, Laura Zannini, Paolo Montarsolo and Francisco Araiza.
- When was La Cenerentola released?
- La Cenerentola was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 151 minutes.