Trending Now - Starz Announces U.S. Premiere Date for 'amadeus' Series

WHO:

Variety - The series stars Will Sharpe as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Paul Bettany in a leading role.

Deadline - The series is based on a play by Peter Shaffer, a notable playwright.

WHAT:

Deadline - The series is adapted by Joe Barton, known for his work on "Black Doves" and "Giri/Haji."

Variety - Starz announced the premiere of the adaptation of "Amadeus."

Deadline - Starz acquired U.S. rights to the drama in January 2026 through a deal with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution.

WHERE:

Variety - The series will be available to stream in the U.S. on the Starz app and all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms.

WHEN:

Variety - The premiere date for "Amadeus" is set for May 8th, 2026.

Deadline - The U.S. release date for the series is Friday, May 8th, 2026.

WHY:

Coming Soon - The series aims to depict the dramatic rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri.

HOW:

Variety - New episodes will be available to stream every Friday following the premiere.

(UPDATED April 2, 2026 05:31 UTC)

A new series adapted by Joe Barton, who is known for his work on "Black Doves" and "Giri/Haji," is set to premiere soon. The show will explore the intense rivalry between the legendary composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. Fans of historical drama can look forward to a captivating portrayal of this famous musical conflict.

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(UPDATED April 1, 2026 23:11 UTC)

Starz has announced that the adaptation of "Amadeus," based on the play by Peter Shaffer, will premiere May 8th, featuring Will Sharpe as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Paul Bettany in a leading role. The series will be available to stream in the U.S. on the Starz app and all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms, with new episodes dropping every Friday after the premiere. Starz acquired the U.S. rights to this drama in January 20th26 through a deal with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution.