The Magnificent Matador (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1955, The Magnificent Matador is a drama and romance film directed by Budd Boetticher, running about 94 minutes. “The most dangerous game on earth!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Karen Harrison is a spoiled, rich, American predator who falls head-over-heels for the brooding, tormented, about-to-retire matador, Luis Santos who has inexplicably run away prior to a corrida that was to occasion the "alternativa" of a young, up-and-coming bullfighter.
Who’s in it. The Magnificent Matador stars Maureen O'Hara as Karen Harrison, Anthony Quinn as Luís Santos, Richard Denning as Mark Russell and Thomas Gomez as Don David, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Magnificent Matador has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Amazon Channel, FlixFling and Starz and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magnificent Matador page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magnificent Matador tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magnificent Matador (1955)?
- In US, The Magnificent Matador is available to stream on Philo, Starz Amazon Channel and FlixFling, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Magnificent Matador worth watching?
- The Magnificent Matador holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magnificent Matador?
- The Magnificent Matador stars Maureen O'Hara, Anthony Quinn, Richard Denning, Thomas Gomez and Lola Albright.
- When was The Magnificent Matador released?
- The Magnificent Matador was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.