Carmen (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, Carmen is a music film directed by Franco Zeffirelli, running about 171 minutes.
What it’s about. CARMEN is the classic tale of forbidden passion between a young man and a spoken-for woman, Carmen. From ORF and TDK Music, this release features a live performance of Georges Bizet's 19th century operatic masterwork Carmen. Directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Franco Zeffirelli, the production was shot on December 9, 1978, at the Wiener Straatsoper. Starring Elena Obraztsova in the titular role, the orchestra is conducted by Carlos Kleiber.
Who’s in it. Carmen stars Yelena Obraztsova as Carmen, Plácido Domingo as Don José, Juri Mazurok as Escamillo and Isobel Buchanan as Micaëla, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Carmen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Carmen tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Carmen (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carmen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Carmen?
- Carmen stars Yelena Obraztsova, Plácido Domingo, Juri Mazurok, Isobel Buchanan and Cheryl Kanfoush.
- When was Carmen released?
- Carmen was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 171 minutes.