Aniki-Bóbó (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 7.2

Released in 1942, Aniki-Bóbó is a drama and family film directed by Manoel de Oliveira, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. It is Manoel de Oliveira's first feature-length film. Mostly children, from Oliveira's hometown, Porto, play in its story. Aniki-Bóbó is a rhyme from a children's game, akin to Eeny, meeny, miny, moe.
Who’s in it. Aniki-Bóbó stars Nascimento Fernandes as Lojista, Fernanda Matos as Teresinha, Horácio Silva as Carlitos and Américo Botelho as Estrelas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Aniki-Bóbó 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 Aniki-Bóbó page.
If you liked it. Fans of Aniki-Bóbó tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aniki-Bóbó (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Aniki-Bóbó change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Aniki-Bóbó worth watching?
- Aniki-Bóbó holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Aniki-Bóbó?
- Aniki-Bóbó stars Nascimento Fernandes, Fernanda Matos, Horácio Silva, Américo Botelho and Feliciano David.
- When was Aniki-Bóbó released?
- Aniki-Bóbó was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.
