Burlesk Queen (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1977, Burlesk Queen is a drama film directed by Celso Ad. Castillo, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. To support her paralytic father, Chato works as a utility girl for a burlesque star Virgie Nite. But when Virgie gets drunk on the night of her scheduled show, Chato pitches in for her. And she becomes an instant sensation. Enthused by the initial acceptance of the audience, she defies her father's admonitions and presents herself to the manager. And thus, becoming the new burlesque queen.
Who’s in it. Burlesk Queen stars Vilma Santos as Chato / Czarina, Rosemarie Gil as Virgie Nite, Rolly Quizon as Jesse and Leopoldo Salcedo as Mang Roque, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Burlesk Queen 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 Burlesk Queen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Burlesk Queen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Burlesk Queen (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Burlesk Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Burlesk Queen worth watching?
- Burlesk Queen 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 Burlesk Queen?
- Burlesk Queen stars Vilma Santos, Rosemarie Gil, Rolly Quizon, Leopoldo Salcedo and Roldan Aquino.
- When was Burlesk Queen released?
- Burlesk Queen was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.