The Threepenny Opera (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1931, The Threepenny Opera is a drama, crime and music film directed by G.W. Pabst, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. The French-language version of the The Threepenny Opera with a different cast from the German version.
Who’s in it. The Threepenny Opera stars Albert Préjean as Mackie, Florelle as Polly Peachum, Jacques Henley as Tiger Brown and Gaston Modot as Jeremiah Peachum, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Threepenny Opera has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Threepenny Opera page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Threepenny Opera tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Threepenny Opera (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Threepenny Opera change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Threepenny Opera worth watching?
- The Threepenny Opera holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Threepenny Opera?
- The Threepenny Opera stars Albert Préjean, Florelle, Jacques Henley, Gaston Modot and Margo Lion.
- When was The Threepenny Opera released?
- The Threepenny Opera was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.