Wagner (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Series · ★ 6.8
Released in 1983, Wagner is a drama series.
What it’s about. A huge panorama of Wagner's life and work, from before the 1848 Revolution, through his exile in Switzerland, his rescue by the besotted King Ludwig II of Bavaria to the final triumph at Bayreuth.
Who’s in it. Wagner stars Richard Burton as Richard Wagner, Marthe Keller as Mathilde Wesendonck, Miguel Herz-Kestranek as Hans von Bülow and Laurence Olivier as Pfeuffer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Wagner 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 Wagner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wagner tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wagner (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wagner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wagner worth watching?
- Wagner holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wagner?
- Wagner stars Richard Burton, Marthe Keller, Miguel Herz-Kestranek, Laurence Olivier and Ralph Richardson.
- When was Wagner released?
- Wagner was released in 1983.