Verdi (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Series · ★ 5
Released in 1982, Verdi is a drama series.
What it’s about. Giuseppe Verdi was born in 1813 and lived until 1901, his life spanning nearly a century of political turmoil and considerable personal turmoil. This 1982 biographical television miniseries, as seen on PBS's Great Performances, dramatizes the life of this classic Italian composer known for operas including La Traviata, Rigoletto, and Aida and his Requiem.
Who’s in it. Verdi stars Ronald Pickup as Giuseppe Verdi, Carla Fracci as Giuseppina Strepponi, Giampiero Albertini as Antonio Barezzi and Daria Nicolodi as Margherita Barezzi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Verdi has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Verdi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Verdi tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Verdi (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Verdi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Verdi worth watching?
- Verdi holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Verdi?
- Verdi stars Ronald Pickup, Carla Fracci, Giampiero Albertini, Daria Nicolodi and Adriana Innocenti.
- When was Verdi released?
- Verdi was released in 1982.