Andrea Chénier
“A sublime production of Giordano's neglected verismo gem of an opera”
Synopsis
Andrea Chenier is a poet during the French Revolution. He and Maddalena are in love. Gerard, former servant in Maddalena's house, denounces them to the Tribunal, but recants it too late. The lovers go to the guillotine together.
Top Cast
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Luciano Pavarotti
Andrea Chenier
Maria Guleghina
Maddalena di Coigny
Juan Pons
Gerard
Wendy White
Bersi
Stephanie Blythe
Madelon
Judith Christin
Contessa di Coigny
Haijing Fu
Roucher
Christopher Schaldenbrand
Pietro Fléville
Yannis Yannissis
Fouquier-Tinville
Paul Plishka
Mathieu
Michel Sénéchal
Incredible
Richard Vernon
Schmidt
Jeffrey Wells
Dumas
MET Orchestra
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Large
- Screenplay & Story
- Luigi Illica
- Original Title
- Andrea Chénier
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Production Studios
- Decca
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Large
Luigi Illica
Department Leadership Roster
Luigi Illica
Writer
Brian Large
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Andrea Chénier
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Andrea Chénier about?
Andrea Chenier is a poet during the French Revolution. He and Maddalena are in love. Gerard, former servant in Maddalena's house, denounces them to the Tribunal, but recants it too late. The lovers go to the guillotine together.
Who directed Andrea Chénier?
Andrea Chénier was directed by Brian Large.
Who stars in Andrea Chénier?
The principal cast of Andrea Chénier includes Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Guleghina, Juan Pons, Wendy White, Stephanie Blythe.
When was Andrea Chénier released and how long is it?
Andrea Chénier was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 2h 2m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Andrea Chénier?
Andrea Chénier holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).