The Nutcracker(1977)
The Nutcracker Synopsis
The Nutcracker is Mikhail Baryshnikov's breathtaking and critically acclaimed Emmy-nominated production. This spectacular performance is danced by the magnificent team of Baryshnikov, one of the greatest classical dancers of the century, and Gelsey Kirkland, both showcased at the peak of their careers, with members of the American Ballet Theatre.
The Nutcracker (1977) is a music and fantasy film directed by Tony Charmoli, released on December 16, 1977 with a runtime of 1h 18m. It stars Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gelsey Kirkland, Gregory Osborne and Alexander Minz. Viewers rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 10 ratings.
- Director:
- Tony Charmoli
- Writers:
- E. T. A. Hoffmann
- Status:
- Released
The Nutcracker Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mikhail Baryshnikov
as Toy Nutcracker / Prince
- Gelsey Kirkland
Gelsey Kirkland
as Clara
Gregory Osborne
as Court Buffoon / Harlequin
- Alexander Minz
Alexander Minz
as Drosselmeyer
- Gayle Young
Gayle Young
as Mr. Stahlbaum
- Sallie Wilson
Sallie Wilson
as Mrs. Stahlbaum
- Warren Conover
Warren Conover
as Fritz - Clara's Brother / Shepherd Dancer
- Rebecca Wright
Rebecca Wright
as Doll
George De La Pena
as The Moor / Russian Dance
- Marcos Paredes
Marcos Paredes
as King of Mice / Drunken Christmas Party Guest
- Cynthia Harvey
Cynthia Harvey
as Snowflake Soloist
- Jolinda Menendez
Jolinda Menendez
as Snowflake Soloist / Spanish Dance
Key crew
Directed by Tony Charmoli, written by E. T. A. Hoffmann.
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The Nutcracker Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.6/10 from 10 ratings.
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The Nutcracker – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Nutcracker online?
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The Nutcracker (1977) is available to stream on Marquee TV Amazon Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Nutcracker?
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The main cast of The Nutcracker (1977) includes Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gelsey Kirkland, Gregory Osborne, Alexander Minz and Gayle Young. The film was directed by Tony Charmoli. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Nutcracker released?
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The Nutcracker was released on December 16, 1977 and runs for 1h 18m.
Is The Nutcracker worth watching?
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The Nutcracker (1977) holds an average rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 10 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.