Aida (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1953, Aida is a drama and music film directed by Clemente Fracassi, running about 95 minutes. “1st Spectacular Opera Film in COLOR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This Italian film version of Verdi's opera stars Sophia Loren on the screen, with Renata Tebaldi providing the vocals.
Who’s in it. Aida stars Sophia Loren as Aida, Lois Maxwell as Amneris, Renata Tebaldi as Aida (singing voice) and Ebe Stignani as Amneris (singing voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Aida has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Aida page.
If you liked it. Fans of Aida tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aida (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Aida change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Aida worth watching?
- Aida holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Aida?
- Aida stars Sophia Loren, Lois Maxwell, Renata Tebaldi, Ebe Stignani and Luciano Della Marra.
- When was Aida released?
- Aida was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.