Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 7.3/10
The Phantom of the Opera
Overview
Comte Philippe de Chagny discovers Christine Daaé's singing talent at a county fair and sends her to his friend Gérard Carrière, director of the Parisian opera. However, just when she arrives, Carrière is dismissed. His successor, the arrogant Alain Choleti, refuses to allow a woman of low birth perform in his opera, but graciously employs Christine as gadrobiere for his primadonna wife Carlotta, who's installed as first singer. He also battles the Phantom, an unknown figure in the catacombs below, granted privileges by Carrière. Christine becomes the Phantom's protégé, unaware that her being his muse makes him increasingly dangerous.
This production, originally released in 1990, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Mystery, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.3 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Mystery and Drama.
- • Produced in United States of America, France, Italy, Germany.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Charles Dance
Erik/The Phantom
Teri Polo
Christine Daaé
Adam Storke
Count Philippe de Chagny
Ian Richardson
Alain Choleti
Andréa Ferréol
Carlotta Choleti
Burt Lancaster
Gérard Carrière
André Chaumeau
Joseph Buguet
Marie-Thérèse Orain
Madame Giry
Seasons
Miniseries
2 Episodes • Aired 1990-03-18
Comte Philippe de Chagny discovers Christine Daaé's singing talent at a county fair and sends her to his friend Gérard Carrière, director of the Parisian opera. However, just when she arrives, Carrière is dismissed. His successor, the arrogant Alain Choleti, refuses to allow a woman of low birth perform in his opera, but graciously employs Christine as gadrobiere for his primadonna wife Carlotta, who's installed as first singer. He also battles the Phantom, an unknown figure in the catacombs below, granted privileges by Carrière. Christine becomes the Phantom's protégé, unaware that her being his muse makes him increasingly dangerous.
