The Magic Flute (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2006, The Magic Flute is a music film directed by Pierre Audi, running about 177 minutes.
What it’s about. The Pierre Audi production of Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte", recorded live at the Salzburger Festpiele in 2006. In honor of the 250th year of the composer's birth, all of Mozart's operas were staged and recorded at Salzburg that year. Christian Gerhaher is Papageno, Genia Kühmeier is Pamina, Paul Groves is Tamino, Diana Damrau is the Königin der Nacht, Irena Bespalovaite is Papagena, and René Pape is Sarastro. Riccardo Muti conducts the Wiener Philharmoniker.
Who’s in it. The Magic Flute stars Christian Gerhaher as Papageno, Genia Kühmeier as Pamina, Paul Groves as Tamino and Diana Damrau as Königin der Nacht, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Magic Flute 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 Magic Flute page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Flute tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magic Flute (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magic Flute change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magic Flute worth watching?
- The Magic Flute holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magic Flute?
- The Magic Flute stars Christian Gerhaher, Genia Kühmeier, Paul Groves, Diana Damrau and René Pape.
- When was The Magic Flute released?
- The Magic Flute was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 177 minutes.