Carmen (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1915, Carmen is a drama film directed by Cecil B. DeMille, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Hot-blooded gypsy Carmen attempts to seduce Don Jose, a lawman sent to thwart a gang of illegal smugglers in Spain. Carmen's plan backfires when Don Jose's passion for the gypsy girl escalates into a jealous rage as she spurns him for her bullfighter beau, Escamillo, with tragic results.
Who’s in it. Carmen stars Geraldine Farrar as Carmen, Wallace Reid as Don Jose, Pedro de Cordoba as Escamillo and Horace B. Carpenter as Pastia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Carmen 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 Carmen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Carmen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Carmen (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carmen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Carmen worth watching?
- Carmen holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Carmen?
- Carmen stars Geraldine Farrar, Wallace Reid, Pedro de Cordoba, Horace B. Carpenter and William Elmer.
- When was Carmen released?
- Carmen was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.