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The Phantom of the Opera

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From his hideout beneath a 19th century Paris opera house, the brooding Phantom schemes to get closer to vocalist Christine Daae. The Phantom, wearing a mask to hide a congenital disfigurement, strong-arms management into giving the budding starlet key roles, but Christine instead falls for arts benefactor Raoul. Terrified at the notion of her absence, the Phantom enacts a plan to keep Christine by his side, while Raoul tries to foil the scheme.
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Critics Consensus

The music of the night has hit something of a sour note: Critics are calling the screen adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's popular musical histrionic, boring, and lacking in both romance and danger. Still, some have praised the film for its sheer spectacle.

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Nick Schager Lessons of Darkness May 3, 2005
Deserves to be locked up in a dank, water-filled dungeon and left to molder. Go to Full Review Andrew Sarris Observer Jan 27, 2005
My own reaction to the current version fashioned by Mr. Schumacher is one of pure stupefaction. Go to Full Review Anthony Lane The New Yorker Jan 15, 2005
The plot is impressively free of anything that does not smell of unpasteurized melodrama. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy May 31, 2026
2/4
Gerard Butler’s Phantom isn’t particularly mysterious or menacing; he seems more like a disgruntled opera fan who should be asking for a refund rather than dropping chandeliers on patrons’ heads. Go to Full Review Trace Thurman Horror Queers Podcast Dec 16, 2024
3/5
It's all bloat and bombast, but Schumacher's too-faithful adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic stage musical is still inherently watchable. Go to Full Review Joe Lipsett Horror Queers Podcast Dec 11, 2024
2/5
Highly watchable despite the bloated runtime and surprising lack of character development. Driver is a gem as a diva and Rossum makes a strong impression, but Butler's "sexy" Phantom sinks the whole enterprise. Plus: he can't sing! Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Gayle B May 18, 2026 I was so thrilled to see POTO back on the big screen. This movie is visually stunning. Gerard Butler is both frightening and and pitiful as the disfigured genius. His singing conveys such emotion. Emmy Rossum is beautiful Christine with a great voice. See more Steven S May 16, 2026 The best musical ever See more Sandy May 14, 2026 What an amazing voice Gerard Butler has! Who knew?? Everyone did a spectacular job of singing and acting. This is one movie that should be a must-see for anyone who is an Andrew Lloyd Webber fan. See more Mike May 14, 2026 This is easily my favourite film adaptation of Gaston Leroux's classic novel! See more Judie H-P Oct 23, 2025 Loved the songs, the amazing voices, and period costumes, and the love story. See more Quan Nov 29, 2023 Feel so lucky to be able to finally see this on the big screen! Beautiful movie. See more Read all reviews
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Joel Schumacher

Director

Gerard Butler

The Phantom

Emmy Rossum

Christine

Patrick Wilson

Raoul

Miranda Richardson

Madame Giry

Minnie Driver

Carlotta

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Synopsis From his hideout beneath a 19th century Paris opera house, the brooding Phantom schemes to get closer to vocalist Christine Daae. The Phantom, wearing a mask to hide a congenital disfigurement, strong-arms management into giving the budding starlet key roles, but Christine instead falls for arts benefactor Raoul. Terrified at the notion of her absence, the Phantom enacts a plan to keep Christine by his side, while Raoul tries to foil the scheme.
Director
Joel Schumacher
Producer
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Screenwriter
Gaston Leroux
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Joel Schumacher Productions
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Musical, Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 21, 2005, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 27, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$51.2M
Runtime
2h 21m
Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.37:1)
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