The Great Madcap (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1949, The Great Madcap is a comedy film directed by Luis Buñuel, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Buñuel's first "comeback" film since "L'Age d'Or" in 1930 (he made only a few musicals in the interim), "El Gran Calavera" concerns a family's attempts to change the patriarch's somewhat indulgent and hedonistic ways by fooling him into thinking his large fortune is gone. They assume a life of poverty in Mexico in an attempt to teach him a lesson. However, he discovers it's a ruse, but continues to perpetuate the facade of ignorance while sneaking off during the day to conduct his thriving business. Why? To teach his family a lesson - they are all lazy, worthless leeches!
Who’s in it. The Great Madcap stars Fernando Soler as Ramiro de la Mata, Rosario Granados as Virginia de la Mata, Andrés Soler as Ladislao de la Mata and Rubén Rojo as Pablo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Great Madcap 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 The Great Madcap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Madcap tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Madcap (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Madcap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Madcap worth watching?
- The Great Madcap holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Great Madcap?
- The Great Madcap stars Fernando Soler, Rosario Granados, Andrés Soler, Rubén Rojo and Gustavo Rojo.
- When was The Great Madcap released?
- The Great Madcap was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.