Dido and Aeneas
1996, English. Directed by Peter Maniura.
Maria Ewing, as Dido, heads an outstanding cast of young British singers in a film adaptation of Henry Purcell’s much-loved tragic opera. With spectacular sets, this intense tale of heroism, passion, betrayal and ultimate tragedy is played out against a backdrop of fiery rituals, evil spells and pageantry.
- Runtime
- 0h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 18 November 1996
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Nahum Tate
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Dido and Aeneas runs 56 minutes (0h 56m).
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Dido and Aeneas isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 November 1996. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dido and Aeneas?
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Who directed Dido and Aeneas?
Dido and Aeneas (1996) was directed by Peter Maniura and stars Maria Ewing, Karl Daymond, Sally Burgess.