Manaos (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1979, Manaos is a drama and adventure film directed by Alberto Vázquez Figueroa, running about 94 minutes. “A treacherous escape through the Amazon inferno.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At the beginning of this century some owners of rubber plantations in the Amazonas jungle convert a village into one big prison. But the inhabitants have other plans...
Who’s in it. Manaos stars Fabio Testi as Arquimedes, Agostina Belli as Claudia, Florinda Bolkan as Manuela Aranda and Jorge Rivero as Howard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Manaos has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manaos page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manaos tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manaos (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manaos change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manaos worth watching?
- Manaos holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manaos?
- Manaos stars Fabio Testi, Agostina Belli, Florinda Bolkan, Jorge Rivero and Andrés García.
- When was Manaos released?
- Manaos was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.