The Young and the Damned (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1950, The Young and the Damned is a drama and crime film directed by Luis Buñuel, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of juvenile delinquents lives a criminal, violent life in the festering slums of Mexico City, among them the young Pedro, whose morality is gradually corrupted and destroyed by the others.
Who’s in it. The Young and the Damned stars Alfonso Mejía as Pedro, Estela Inda as Pedro's Mother, Efraín Arauz as Cacarizo and Miguel Inclán as Don Carmelo the Blind Man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Young and the Damned sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Young and the Damned page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Young and the Damned tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Young and the Damned (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Young and the Damned change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Young and the Damned worth watching?
- The Young and the Damned holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Young and the Damned?
- The Young and the Damned stars Alfonso Mejía, Estela Inda, Efraín Arauz, Miguel Inclán and Roberto Cobo.
- When was The Young and the Damned released?
- The Young and the Damned was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.