Pascual Duarte (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1976, Pascual Duarte is a drama film directed by Ricardo Franco, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. In Extremadura, Spain, Pascual Duarte, a humble, simple and ignorant peasant, condemned to a boring and humiliating existence with no future, commits a horrible act during a day of such heat that enervates his disturbed mind and his anger, which he will not be able to calm down until, after following a bloody path of senseless violence, he faces his own tragic destiny.
Who’s in it. Pascual Duarte stars José Luis Gómez as Pascual Duarte, Diana Perez de Guzman as Rosario, Paca Ojea as Pascual's mother and Héctor Alterio as Esteban Duarte Diniz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Pascual Duarte 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 Pascual Duarte page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pascual Duarte tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pascual Duarte (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pascual Duarte change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pascual Duarte worth watching?
- Pascual Duarte holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pascual Duarte?
- Pascual Duarte stars José Luis Gómez, Diana Perez de Guzman, Paca Ojea, Héctor Alterio and Eduardo Calvo.
- When was Pascual Duarte released?
- Pascual Duarte was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.