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Carmen (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1978, Carmen is a drama and music film directed by Román Chalbaud, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. Carmen is a beautiful woman working in a business that is dedicated to smuggling. One day, Carmen fights and hurts to a smuggler woman, so a sergeant in the National Guard, José Navarro, stops detain her. In doing so he also falls in love with her, but jealousy will destroy his passion.

Who’s in it. Carmen stars Mayra Alejandra as Carmen, Miguelangel Landa as José, William Moreno as Félix and Arturo Calderón, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Carmen has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Carmen page.

If you liked it. Fans of Carmen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Carmen (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carmen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Carmen worth watching?
Carmen holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Carmen?
Carmen stars Mayra Alejandra, Miguelangel Landa, William Moreno, Arturo Calderón and Balmore Moreno.
When was Carmen released?
Carmen was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.