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
Roger Daltreyas Macheath
Patricia Routledgeas Mrs. Peachum
Gawn Graingeras Ben Budge
Ken Stottas Jeremy Twitcher
Graham Crowdenas Player
Stratford Johnsas Peachum
Don Estelleas Crook Fingered Jack
Rosemary Asheas Lucy Lockit
Gaye Brownas Mrs. Trapes
Leslie Saronyas Nimming Ned
John Benfieldas Jailer
Derek Deadmanas Drawer
Bob Hoskinsas Beggar
Isla Blairas Jenny Diver
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