El barbero de Sevilla (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1938, El barbero de Sevilla is a comedy film directed by Benito Perojo, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Since he falls for beautiful Rosina, the Almaviva count is questioning his Donjuanesque life. He resolves to travel to Seville to seek advice from famed Figaro, who is much more than a barber.
Who’s in it. El barbero de Sevilla stars Miguel Ligero as Bartolo, Raquel Rodrigo as Rosina, Roberto Rey as Figaro and Estrellita Castro as Gitana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, El barbero de Sevilla 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 El barbero de Sevilla page.
If you liked it. Fans of El barbero de Sevilla tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El barbero de Sevilla (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El barbero de Sevilla change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El barbero de Sevilla worth watching?
- El barbero de Sevilla holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El barbero de Sevilla?
- El barbero de Sevilla stars Miguel Ligero, Raquel Rodrigo, Roberto Rey, Estrellita Castro and Fernando Granada.
- When was El barbero de Sevilla released?
- El barbero de Sevilla was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.