Don Quixote (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1957, Don Quixote is a drama film directed by Grigori Kozintsev, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Senor Quexana has read so many books on chivalry that he believes that he is the knight Don Quixote de la Mancha. So Don Quixote sets off on his horse, accompanied by his squire Sancho Panza on a mule, to perform valiant deeds. They mistakenly save the Lady Altisidora who is so amused that she invites them to visit the Duke to provide some merriment at court. Among other deeds, Don Quixote frees some prisoners, who then turn upon him, and Don Quixote attacks a windmill that he imagines is a monstrous wizard.
Who’s in it. Don Quixote stars Nikolai Cherkasov as Don Quixote de la Mancha / Alonso Quixano (as N. Cherkasov), Yuriy Tolubeev as Санчо Панса, Serafima Birman as хозяйка and Lyudmila Kasyanova as Aldonsa - Dulcinea del Toboso (as L. Kasyanova), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Don Quixote has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Don Quixote page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don Quixote tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don Quixote (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don Quixote change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Don Quixote worth watching?
- Don Quixote holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Don Quixote?
- Don Quixote stars Nikolai Cherkasov, Yuriy Tolubeev, Serafima Birman, Lyudmila Kasyanova and Galina Volchek.
- When was Don Quixote released?
- Don Quixote was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.