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