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