Fiesta (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1947, Fiesta is a drama, romance and music film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 104 minutes. “Where they live and love dangerously!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a matador leaves town to focus on his music, his twin sister takes on his identity in the bullfighting ring.
Who’s in it. Fiesta stars Esther Williams as Maria Morales, Akim Tamiroff as Chato Vasquez, Ricardo Montalban as Mario Morales and John Carroll as Jose 'Pepe' Ortega, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Fiesta has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fiesta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fiesta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fiesta (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fiesta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fiesta worth watching?
- Fiesta holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fiesta?
- Fiesta stars Esther Williams, Akim Tamiroff, Ricardo Montalban, John Carroll and Mary Astor.
- When was Fiesta released?
- Fiesta was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.