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Rigoletto

November 7, 1977 2h 17m 10.0/10 (1 votes)

Originally released in 1977. Rigoletto is a drama/music film. directed by John Dexter. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Cornell MacNeil, Ileana Cotrubas, and Justino Díaz

Synopsis

A Victor Hugo play, haunting and scandalous, provided the inspiration for Verdi’s mid-career masterpiece. A vengeful but misguided court jester strives to save his daughter from a duke’s licentious clutches, but can't part with the feeling that a curse looms over all of his actions. In Rigoletto, the composer introduces several of his most iconic arias and duets—as well as an 11th-hour quartet that counts among the finest moments in opera.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 7, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 2h 17m 137 minutes total
User Rating 10.0/10 Excellent (1 votes)
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Language Italian Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Deutsche Grammophon
  • The Metropolitan Opera

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rigoletto about?

A Victor Hugo play, haunting and scandalous, provided the inspiration for Verdi’s mid-career masterpiece. A vengeful but misguided court jester strives to save his daughter from a duke’s licent...

Who directed Rigoletto?

Rigoletto was directed by John Dexter.

How long is Rigoletto?

Rigoletto has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).

When was Rigoletto released?

Rigoletto was released on November 7, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Rigoletto?

The main cast of Rigoletto includes Cornell MacNeil, Ileana Cotrubas, Justino Díaz, Plácido Domingo, Isola Jones.