Passport to Rio (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6.2

Passport to Rio poster

Released in 1948, Passport to Rio is a crime and romance film directed by Daniel Tinayre, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. A thief commits a robbery and is seen by a showgirl who becomes a witness to the crime. The man finds her and forces her to help him take what he stole to Rio de Janeiro. With no other way out, she is sent on a boat to Brazil by the thief. On board, the showgirl meets a doctor with whom she begins a romance while the criminal falls in love with her.

Who’s in it. Passport to Rio stars Arturo de Córdova as Ramón Machado, Mirtha Legrand as Nina Reyes, Francisco de Paula as Carlos and Domingo Sapelli, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Passport to Rio 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 Passport to Rio page.

If you liked it. Fans of Passport to Rio tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Passport to Rio (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Passport to Rio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Passport to Rio worth watching?
Passport to Rio holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Passport to Rio?
Passport to Rio stars Arturo de Córdova, Mirtha Legrand, Francisco de Paula, Domingo Sapelli and Pedro Maratea.
When was Passport to Rio released?
Passport to Rio was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.