The Beggar's Opera
Synopsis
A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television.
Top Cast
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Roger Daltrey
Macheath
Bob Hoskins
Beggar
Graham Crowden
Player
Stratford Johns
Peachum
Patricia Routledge
Mrs. Peachum
Gawn Grainger
Ben Budge
Ken Stott
Jeremy Twitcher
Don Estelle
Crook Fingered Jack
Rosemary Ashe
Lucy Lockit
Peter Bayliss
Lockit
John Benfield
Jailer
Isla Blair
Jenny Diver
Gaye Brown
Mrs. Trapes
Jeannie Crowther
Mrs. Coaxer
Derek Deadman
Drawer
Paddy Navin
Suky Tawdry
Leslie Sarony
Nimming Ned
Iris Saunders
Betty Doxy
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Miller
- Original Title
- The Beggar's Opera
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- BBC, RM Arts, Nederlandse Omroepstichting (NOS), Monarda Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Miller
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Beggar's Opera
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Beggar's Opera about?
A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television.
Who directed The Beggar's Opera?
The Beggar's Opera was directed by Jonathan Miller.
Who stars in The Beggar's Opera?
The principal cast of The Beggar's Opera includes Roger Daltrey, Bob Hoskins, Graham Crowden, Stratford Johns, Patricia Routledge.
When was The Beggar's Opera released and how long is it?
The Beggar's Opera was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.