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Puccini

4.219841h 53mMovieDocumentaryDrama

In Torre del Lago, by Lake Massaciuccoli, Puccini is writing "The Girl of the Golden West" when his wife Elvira accuses him of a dalliance with their maid, Doria Manfredi, a young women from town. Although the maestro is frequently…

DirectorTony Palmer
WriterCharles Wood

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KanopyKanopy
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Cast · Directed by Tony Palmer

RSRobert Stephens
Robert Stephens
Giacomo Puccini
VMVirginia McKenna
Virginia McKenna
Elvira
JHJudith Howarth
Judith Howarth
Doria / Liu
RURobert Urquhart
Robert Urquhart
Doria's Father
BFBill Fraser
Bill Fraser
Fucini, the Lawyer
WSWilliam Squire
William Squire
Giacchi, the Doctor
PW
Peter Woodthorpe
Umberto Manfredi
ACAndrew Cruickshank
Andrew Cruickshank
Father Michelucci
PM
Phil McCall
Gnicche
RGRupert Graves
Rupert Graves
Tonio
RPRonald Pickup
Ronald Pickup
Giulio Ricordi

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Puccini — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Puccini?

Puccini is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Puccini on Netflix?

No, Puccini is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Puccini on Amazon Prime Video?

Puccini isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Puccini for free?

Puccini is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.

Is Puccini based on a true story?

Yes — Puccini is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).