The Jew (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1996, The Jew is a drama film directed by Jom Tob Azulay, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Brazilian Antônio José da Silva, a jewish poet, playwright and lawyer living in the 18th Century Lisbon, who managed to avoid Inquisition by converting himself to Catholicism, after being tortured. But his fierce criticism of Portugal's élite led him to persecution and torture, becoming kind of a scapegoat.
Who’s in it. The Jew stars Dina Sfat, Fernanda Torres, José Lewgoy and Mário Viegas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Jew 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 The Jew page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jew tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jew (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jew change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jew worth watching?
- The Jew holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Jew?
- The Jew stars Dina Sfat, Fernanda Torres, José Lewgoy, Mário Viegas and Cristina Aché.
- When was The Jew released?
- The Jew was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.