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The Beggar's Opera

5.519832h 15mMovieMusic

A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television.

DirectorJonathan Miller

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 8 other countries

The Beggar's Opera isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Austria, Belgium, Canada, France and 4 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Jonathan Miller

RDRoger Daltrey
Roger Daltrey
Macheath
BHBob Hoskins
Bob Hoskins
Beggar
GCGraham Crowden
Graham Crowden
Player
SJStratford Johns
Stratford Johns
Peachum
PRPatricia Routledge
Patricia Routledge
Mrs. Peachum
GGGawn Grainger
Gawn Grainger
Ben Budge
KSKen Stott
Ken Stott
Jeremy Twitcher
DEDon Estelle
Don Estelle
Crook Fingered Jack
RARosemary Ashe
Rosemary Ashe
Lucy Lockit
PB
Peter Bayliss
Lockit
JBJohn Benfield
John Benfield
Jailer
IBIsla Blair
Isla Blair
Jenny Diver

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The Beggar's Opera — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Beggar's Opera?

The Beggar's Opera isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Austria, Belgium and Canada and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Beggar's Opera on Netflix?

No, The Beggar's Opera is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is The Beggar's Opera on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Beggar's Opera isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Beggar's Opera for free?

The Beggar's Opera isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.