The Bandit (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1953, The Bandit is a drama, adventure and western film directed by Lima Barreto, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. In the time of the "cangaceiros" in the badlands of the Northeast of Brazil, the cruel Captain Galdino Ferreira and his band abduct the schoolteacher Olívia, expecting to receive a ransom for her. However, one of his men, Teodoro, falls in love and flees with her through the arid backcountry chased by the brigands.
Who’s in it. The Bandit stars Alberto Ruschel as Teodoro, Marisa Prado as Olívia, Milton Ribeiro as Capitão Galdino Ferreira and Vanja Orico as Maria Clódia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Bandit 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 The Bandit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bandit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bandit (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bandit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bandit worth watching?
- The Bandit holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bandit?
- The Bandit stars Alberto Ruschel, Marisa Prado, Milton Ribeiro, Vanja Orico and Zé do Norte.
- When was The Bandit released?
- The Bandit was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.