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1. The Beggar's Opera (1983 TV Movie)
135 min | Crime, Musical
A historical adaptation of John Gay's 18th Century ballad opera, exuberantly performed for BBC television. With its story of a condemned highwayman, it brings to life the greed, lust and corruption of low-life London.
Director: Jonathan Miller | Stars: Bob Hoskins, Graham Crowden, Stratford Johns, Gary Tibbs
Votes: 65
2. The Beggar's Opera (1953)
Approved | 94 min | Crime, History, Musical
When the composer of an opera about a swashbuckling, wenching highwayman meets his hero's real-life counterpart, he's disappointed with his lack of dash.
Director: Peter Brook | Stars: Laurence Olivier, Hugh Griffith, George Rose, Stuart Burge
Votes: 395