An Opera for an Empire (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, An Opera for an Empire is a history and documentary film directed by Patrick Cabouat, running about 90 minutes. “The epic story of the construction of the legendary Paris Opera House” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The amazing and epic story of how the Paris Opera House, the Palais Garnier, was built from 1852 to 1870, thanks to the decisive impulse of the French Emperor Napoleon III; a story that is also that of the birth of a golden age for orchestral music, opera and ballet; of the rise of the urban bourgeoisie turned social elite; and of a certain mysterious inhabitant of the darkest corners of a legendary place.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on France Channel Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch An Opera for an Empire page.
If you liked it. Fans of An Opera for an Empire tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An Opera for an Empire (2021)?
- In US, An Opera for an Empire is available to stream on France Channel Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.