The Merry Widow (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film
Released in 2005, The Merry Widow is a comedy and music film directed by Anton Reitzenstein, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Zurich Opera House production of Franz Léhar's operetta, with Dagmar Schellenberger, Rodney Gilfry, and Ute Gfrerer in lead roles. Baron Zeta is desperate that the fabulously wealthy widow Hanna Glavari marry a Pontevedrian man so that her fortune remains in the country. He attempts to match her and his handsome attaché, Danilo. It turns out that Danilo and Hanna had had a love affair in years past. Nevertheless, Danilo now refuses to love her because he doesn't want to appear like he is only interested in her money...
Who’s in it. The Merry Widow stars Dagmar Schellenberger as Hanna Glawari, Rodney Gilfry as Count Danilo Danilovitch, Ute Gfrerer as Valencienne and Rudolf A. Hartmann as Baron Mirko Zeta, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Merry Widow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merry Widow tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merry Widow (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Merry Widow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Merry Widow?
- The Merry Widow stars Dagmar Schellenberger, Rodney Gilfry, Ute Gfrerer, Rudolf A. Hartmann and Herbert Prikopa.
- When was The Merry Widow released?
- The Merry Widow was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.