Benjamin Britten's War Requiem poster
FilmMusic

Benjamin Britten's War Requiem (1964)

1964-08-04 · 1h 31m · EN
Sign in to build your library →

First transmitted in 1964, Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is performed at the Royal Albert Hall. The Melos Ensemble is conducted by Benjamin Britten, and the performers include Heather Harper (soprano), Peter Pears (tenor), Thomas Hemsley (baritone) and Simon Preston (organ and chamber organ). Also featured are the BBC Chorus and Choral Society, Boys from Emanuel School, London Philharmonic Choir, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.

Read the Benjamin Britten's War Requiem feature →

Top billed cast

Full cast & crew →
Benjamin BrittenBenjamin BrittenConductor/Composer

Movie DNA

Genre affinityMusicActor preference245807Country preferenceGbDecade preference1960Runtime preferenceMedium

More like this

More Music →
Wonka★ 7.2Viewing moment
Wonka
2023
Trolls Band Together★ 7.3Viewing moment
Trolls Band Together
2023
Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie★ 7.8Viewing moment
Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie
2023
Given★ 8.5Viewing moment
Given
2020
The Color Purple★ 6.6Viewing moment
The Color Purple
2023
The Lion King★ 7.1Viewing moment
The Lion King
2019
Mean Girls★ 6.6Viewing moment
Mean Girls
2024
Jesus★ 7.5Viewing moment
Jesus
2020
Encanto★ 7.6Viewing moment
Encanto
2021
Sing 2★ 7.9Viewing moment
Sing 2
2021
Soul★ 8.1Viewing moment
Soul
2020
Coco★ 8.2Viewing moment
Coco
2017

Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Britten's War Requiem

What is Benjamin Britten's War Requiem about?

First transmitted in 1964, Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is performed at the Royal Albert Hall. The Melos Ensemble is conducted by Benjamin Britten, and the performers include Heather Harper (soprano), Peter Pears (tenor), Thomas Hemsley (baritone) and Simon Preston (organ and chamber organ). Also featured are the BBC Chorus and Choral Society, Boys from Emanuel School, London Philharmonic Choir, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.

How long is Benjamin Britten's War Requiem?

Benjamin Britten's War Requiem has a runtime of 91 minutes.