Aida (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2001, Aida is a drama, romance and music film directed by Franco Zeffirelli, running about 142 minutes. “Verdi’s grand opera is given an intimate performance.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Verdi’s grand opera “Aida” is given an intimate treatment in Busetto, Italy, in 2001, in a staging with young singers, all coached by the legendary tenor Carlo Bergonzi and staged by Franco Zeffirelli. The result is an astonishing musical and dramatic piece of theater, proving that with the right mix of ingredients, an opera can be staged in a small theater and still achieve a thrilling and moving effect.
Who’s in it. Aida stars Adina Aaron as Aida, Kate Aldrich as Amneris and Scott Piper as Radamès.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Aida sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
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 (2001)?
- 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 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Aida?
- Aida stars Adina Aaron, Kate Aldrich and Scott Piper.
- When was Aida released?
- Aida was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.