Portuguese Vacation (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1963, Portuguese Vacation is a drama film directed by Pierre Kast, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Françoise and her husband Jean-Pierre invite some friend couples to spend a weekend in their large villa on the Portuguese coast. What follows is a romantic intrigue, with each character discovering a little more about themselves.
Who’s in it. Portuguese Vacation stars Françoise Arnoul as Mathilde, Catherine Deneuve as Catherine, Michel Auclair as Michel and Jean-Pierre Aumont as Jean-Pierre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Portuguese Vacation has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Portuguese Vacation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Portuguese Vacation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Portuguese Vacation (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Portuguese Vacation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Portuguese Vacation worth watching?
- Portuguese Vacation holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Portuguese Vacation?
- Portuguese Vacation stars Françoise Arnoul, Catherine Deneuve, Michel Auclair, Jean-Pierre Aumont and Françoise Brion.
- When was Portuguese Vacation released?
- Portuguese Vacation was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
