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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

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by 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 subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Beggar's Opera on Netflix?

No, The Beggar's Opera is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is The Beggar's Opera on Amazon Prime Video?

The Beggar's Opera isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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

The Beggar's Opera isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.