The Deceased (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1965, The Deceased is a drama film directed by Leon Hirszman, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. After visiting a fortune teller, Zulmira is informed that a blonde woman will threaten her peace. After talking to her husband Toninho, she suspects that her cousin Glorinha may be that blonde. In poor health, Zulmira makes all the preparations for the day of her death and asks her unemployed husband to deal with the costs of the coffin and funeral with a man named João Guimarães Pimentel. What Tom doesn't know is that Zulmira and this man hide some secrets that he could never imagine.
Who’s in it. The Deceased stars Fernanda Montenegro as Zulmira, Paulo Gracindo as João Guimarães Pimentel, Ivan Cândido as Toninho and Dinorah Brillanti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Deceased 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 Deceased page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deceased tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deceased (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deceased change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deceased worth watching?
- The Deceased holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Deceased?
- The Deceased stars Fernanda Montenegro, Paulo Gracindo, Ivan Cândido, Dinorah Brillanti and Nelson Xavier.
- When was The Deceased released?
- The Deceased was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.
