The Nutcracker (1968)
This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
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Rudolf NureyevHerr Drosselmeyer/The PrinceMerle ParkClaraLeslie EdwardsDr. StahlbaumBetty KavanaghFrau StahlbaumKeith MartinFritzAnn JennerLouisaGerd LarsenGrandmotherStanley HoldenGrandfather
Wayne SleepThe NutcrackerRonald PlaistedThe Rat KingGeorgina ParkinsonSpanish DanceMichael ColemanSpanish DanceKeywords
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Genre affinityFantasy · RomanceTheme affinityBallet · The NutcrackerMood preferenceRomanceEmotional intensityRomanceDirector preference670435Actor preference403780 · 483255 · 618988
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Frequently asked questions about The Nutcracker
What is The Nutcracker about?
This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
How long is The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker has a runtime of 100 minutes.