Mozart and Salieri’s famous rivalry is coming to Starz this year as the premium cabler acquired the rights to the new five-part limited series Amadeus.
The Sky Original, which aired to rave reviews in the UK, is based on Peter Shaffer’s 1979 play of the same name, and has been adapted for television by Joe Barton. While the acquisition promises fans that they’ll be given the opportunity to watch the series on Starz this year, details about an exact date remain vague. In the meantime, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about Amadeus‘ arrival below
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