Deadly Cruelty (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1976, Deadly Cruelty is a drama and crime film directed by Luiz Paulino dos Santos, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Man leaves his family behind and moves to Nova Iguaçu, a poor and violent city in the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. He tries to rebuild his life, but falls in love with a woman who despises him, which drives him mad.
Who’s in it. Deadly Cruelty stars Jofre Soares as Antônio, Marieta Severo as Jurema, Maurício do Valle as Tranca-Ruas and Marlene França as Arlete, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Deadly Cruelty 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 Deadly Cruelty page.
If you liked it. Fans of Deadly Cruelty tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Deadly Cruelty (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Deadly Cruelty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Deadly Cruelty worth watching?
- Deadly Cruelty holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Deadly Cruelty?
- Deadly Cruelty stars Jofre Soares, Marieta Severo, Maurício do Valle, Marlene França and Ilva Niño.
- When was Deadly Cruelty released?
- Deadly Cruelty was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.