The Little Colonel (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1960, The Little Colonel is a drama, family and music film directed by Antonio del Amo, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Joselito is the son of Colonel José de Alvear, Earl of Almond. When his heroic father dies in the colonies, the victim of a cholera epidemic, the child is held by her guardian and executor, his uncle Martin, who wants to take his fortune.
Who’s in it. The Little Colonel stars Joselito as Joselito Alvear, Carlos Larrañaga as Teniente Eduardo Aranda, María Mahor as Teresa, hija del corregidor and Tomás Blanco as Don Martín Alvear, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Little Colonel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little Colonel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Colonel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little Colonel (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Colonel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little Colonel worth watching?
- The Little Colonel holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little Colonel?
- The Little Colonel stars Joselito, Carlos Larrañaga, María Mahor, Tomás Blanco and Jesús Tordesillas.
- When was The Little Colonel released?
- The Little Colonel was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.