Rio, Zona Norte (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1957, Rio, Zona Norte is a drama and music film directed by Nelson Pereira dos Santos, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A talented songwriter of sambas is forced to face the social injustices of the city around him.
Who’s in it. Rio, Zona Norte stars Grande Otelo as Espírito da Luz Soares, Jece Valadão as Maurício, Paulo Goulart as Moacir and Ângela Maria as Ela mesma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Rio, Zona Norte 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 Rio, Zona Norte page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rio, Zona Norte tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rio, Zona Norte (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rio, Zona Norte change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rio, Zona Norte worth watching?
- Rio, Zona Norte holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rio, Zona Norte?
- Rio, Zona Norte stars Grande Otelo, Jece Valadão, Paulo Goulart, Ângela Maria and Maria Petar.
- When was Rio, Zona Norte released?
- Rio, Zona Norte was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.