Riverdance: The Show (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 9.8
Released in 1995, Riverdance: The Show is a music film directed by John McColgan, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Riverdance--The Show is a cultural phenomenon that defies criticism for the enthusiastic and leaves everyone else scratching their heads. The wonderfully talented cast, headed by the Riverdance Irish Dance Company, bewitchingly spins (and stomps) its Celtic folk choreography featuring numerous breathless solos by Michael Flatley (since departed) and Jean Butler. The mellifluous Riverdance Orchestra boasts Davy Spillane, who coaxes plaintive lamentations out of a peculiar instrument that resembles a bagpipe in a metal leg brace. For Enya fans, there is the sound-alike choral group Anuna, who casts a similarly New Age-style vocal spell. Also thrown into the mix are such disparate folk traditions as American gospel and Spanish flamenco. Though it's only 70 minutes long, Riverdance is repetitive by half. But judging from the ecstatic audience ovations and the continued foot-stomping during and after the curtain calls, too much is still not enough. --Richard Natale
Who’s in it. Riverdance: The Show stars Michael Flatley as Lead Dancer and Jean Butler as Lead Dancer.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.8/10, Riverdance: The Show sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riverdance: The Show page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riverdance: The Show tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riverdance: The Show (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riverdance: The Show change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riverdance: The Show worth watching?
- Riverdance: The Show holds an audience score of 9.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Riverdance: The Show?
- Riverdance: The Show stars Michael Flatley and Jean Butler.
- When was Riverdance: The Show released?
- Riverdance: The Show was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.