The Beggar's Opera
The Beggar's Opera
Release: 1983-01-01·Runtime: 135m·★ 5.5
Music
A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television.
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Production Companies
BBC
RM Arts
Nederlandse Omroepstichting (NOS)
Monarda Arts
Cast
Bob Hoskinsas Beggar
Patricia Routledgeas Mrs. Peachum
Gawn Graingeras Ben Budge
Ken Stottas Jeremy Twitcher
Rosemary Asheas Lucy Lockit
Graham Crowdenas Player
Don Estelleas Crook Fingered Jack
Isla Blairas Jenny Diver
Stratford Johnsas Peachum
John Benfieldas Jailer
Roger Daltreyas Macheath
Gaye Brownas Mrs. Trapes
Derek Deadmanas Drawer
Leslie Saronyas Nimming Ned
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