Fiddler on the Roof

Fiddler on the Roof poster

In a small Jewish community in a pre-Revolutionary Russian village, a poor milkman, determined to find good husbands for his five daughters, consults the traditional matchmaker – and also has words with God.

Director: Thomas Kail
Genre: History, Romance, Music, Drama

Screenplay

Music: Jerry Bock
Production: Old 320 Sycamore, The Dan Jinks Company, Amazon MGM Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Yiddish
Original Language: en

Themes

Musical Spectacle

Keywords

musical, based on play or musical, milkman, based on short story, imperial russia, jewish culture

More Films by Director: Thomas Kail
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fiddler on the Roof about?
In a small Jewish community in a pre-Revolutionary Russian village, a poor milkman, determined to find good husbands for his five daughters, consults the traditional matchmaker – and also has words with God.
Who directed Fiddler on the Roof?
Fiddler on the Roof was directed by Thomas Kail.
What genre is Fiddler on the Roof?
Fiddler on the Roof is a History, Romance, Music, Drama film.
Where was Fiddler on the Roof produced?
Fiddler on the Roof was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Fiddler on the Roof?
The themes of Fiddler on the Roof include: Musical Spectacle.