Das Fest von Santa Barbara (1935): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1935, Das Fest von Santa Barbara is a komödie and musik film directed by Louis Lewyn, running about 19 minutes.

What it’s about. La Fiesta de Santa Barbara is a 1935 American comedy short film directed by Louis Lewyn. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 9th Academy Awards in 1936 for Best Short Subject (Color). It features a young, pre-stardom 13-year-old Judy Garland singing "La Cucaracha" with her two sisters (billed as "The Garland Sisters"). In the film, Hollywood stars participate in a Mexican-themed revue and festival in Santa Barbara. Andy Devine, the "World's Greatest Matador," engages in a bullfight with a dubious bovine supplied by Buster Keaton, and musical numbers are provided by Joe Morrison and The Garland Sisters. Comedy bits and dance numbers are also featured.

Who’s in it. Das Fest von Santa Barbara stars Pete Smith as Narrator (voice), Warner Baxter as Self, Ralph Forbes as Self and Judy Garland as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Das Fest von Santa Barbara has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Das Fest von Santa Barbara page.

If you liked it. Fans of Das Fest von Santa Barbara tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.