The Nutcracker(1968)
The Nutcracker Synopsis
This historic performance from 1968 captures Rudolf Nureyev at the peak of his career. Nureyev's legendary performance makes this the definitive Nutcracker on video. Watch, and enjoy being transported with Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince into a world of fantasy!
The Nutcracker (1968) is a fantasy and romance film directed by John Vernon, released on March 10, 1968 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Rudolf Nureyev, Merle Park, Leslie Edwards and Betty Kavanagh.
- Director:
- John Vernon
- Producers:
- Rudolf Nureyev
- Production:
- Covent Garden Productions, BBC, Royal Opera House
- Status:
- Released
The Nutcracker Cast & Crew
Main cast
Rudolf Nureyev
as Herr Drosselmeyer/The Prince
- Merle Park
Merle Park
as Clara
- Leslie Edwards
Leslie Edwards
as Dr. Stahlbaum
- Betty Kavanagh
Betty Kavanagh
as Frau Stahlbaum
- Keith Martin
Keith Martin
as Fritz
- Ann Jenner
Ann Jenner
as Louisa
- Gerd Larsen
Gerd Larsen
as Grandmother
- Stanley Holden
Stanley Holden
as Grandfather
Wayne Sleep
as The Nutcracker
- Ronald Plaisted
Ronald Plaisted
as The Rat King
- Georgina Parkinson
Georgina Parkinson
as Spanish Dance
- Michael Coleman
Michael Coleman
as Spanish Dance
Key crew
Directed by John Vernon, produced by Rudolf Nureyev.
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The Nutcracker – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Nutcracker online?
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Who stars in The Nutcracker?
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The main cast of The Nutcracker (1968) includes Rudolf Nureyev, Merle Park, Leslie Edwards, Betty Kavanagh and Keith Martin. The film was directed by John Vernon. 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 March 10, 1968 and runs for 1h 40m.