The Beggar's Opera
Adaptation of John Gay's 18th century opera, featuring Laurence Olivier as MacHeath and Hugh Griffith as the Beggar.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Beggar's Opera
- Genres: History, Crime, Music
- Release Date: 1953-08-24
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 4.9/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Herbert Wilcox Productions, British Lion Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1153
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Laurence Olivier
as MacHeath
Hugh Griffith
as The Beggar
George Rose
as 1st Turnkey
Stuart Burge
as 1st Prisoner
Cyril Conway
as 2nd Prisoner
Gerald Lawson
as 3rd Prisoner
Dorothy Tutin
as Polly Peachum
George Devine
as Peachum
Mary Clare
as Mrs. Peachum
Edward Pryor
as Filch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beggar's Opera?▼
The Beggar's Opera is a History, Crime, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1953-08-24.
Who are the main actors in The Beggar's Opera?▼
The main cast includes Laurence Olivier, Hugh Griffith, George Rose, Stuart Burge, Cyril Conway, .
Where can I watch The Beggar's Opera online?▼
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Is The Beggar's Opera based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of The Beggar's Opera?▼
The Beggar's Opera has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Beggar's Opera?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Beggar's Opera?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Herbert Wilcox Productions, British Lion Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Beggar's Opera filmed?▼
The Beggar's Opera was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Beggar's Opera?▼
The total runtime of The Beggar's Opera is 94 minutes.
Is The Beggar's Opera suitable for kids?▼
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Will there be a sequel to The Beggar's Opera?▼
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