The Pearl (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1947, The Pearl is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Emilio Fernández, running about 85 minutes. “Steinbeck's most Talked-About story!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A poor Mexican diver discovers a valuable pearl in the ocean, but it brings his family only trouble
Who’s in it. The Pearl stars Pedro Armendáriz as Quino, María Elena Marqués as Juana, Fernando Wagner as Dealer 1 and Gilberto González as Aid 1, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Pearl has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pearl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pearl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pearl (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pearl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pearl worth watching?
- The Pearl holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Pearl?
- The Pearl stars Pedro Armendáriz, María Elena Marqués, Fernando Wagner, Gilberto González and Charles Rooner.