Julie Andrews stars as Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music, with Christopher Plummer as Captain Georg von Trapp and Eleanor Parker as the Baroness. The film also features Richard Haydn as Max Detweiler and Peggy Wood as the Mother Abbess.
Main cast
- Maria von TrappJulie AndrewsMain
- Captain Georg von TrappChristopher PlummerMain
- Baroness Elsa von SchraederEleanor ParkerMain
- Max DetweilerRichard HaydnMain
- Mother AbbessPeggy WoodMain
- Liesl von TrappCharmian CarrMain
- Friedrich von TrappNicholas HammondMain
- Louisa von TrappHeather MenziesMain
- Kurt von TrappDuane ChaseMain
- Brigitta von TrappAngela CartwrightMain
- Marta von TrappDebbie TurnerMain
- Gretl von TrappKym KarathMain
Supporting cast
- Franz the ButlerBen WrightSupp
- Frau Schmidt the HousekeeperNorma VardenSupp
- Herr ZellerBen RobsonSupp
- RolfeDaniel TruhitteSupp
Guest & voice
- Sister MargarettaAnna LeeGuest
- Sister BernicePortia NelsonGuest
- Sister SophiaMarni NixonGuest
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About this cast
The Sound of Music (1965) is a beloved musical film directed by Robert Wise, based on the real-life story of the von Trapp family. Julie Andrews leads as Maria, a novice nun who becomes the governess to seven children and ultimately marries their widowed father, Captain von Trapp.
FAQs
Who plays Maria in The Sound of Music?
Julie Andrews plays Maria von Trapp, the central character who becomes governess and later mother to the von Trapp children.
Who plays Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music?
Christopher Plummer plays Captain Georg von Trapp, the stern widower who eventually marries Maria.
What year was The Sound of Music released?
The film was released in 1965.
Is The Sound of Music based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on the real-life story of the von Trapp family, though the film takes creative liberties.
Who provided the voice for Sister Sophia?
Marni Nixon, who was also the singing voice for many other classic film heroines, played Sister Sophia.
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