Marianela (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1940, Marianela is a drama film directed by Benito Perojo, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Marianela is an orphan young girl living in a small village where she guides the blind young son of a rich country man. She is secretly in love with him, knowing that he loves her only because he can't see her ugly face. But one day a famous doctor appears and promises to operate him so he can see. His father is happy to know this way he will be able to marry his rich cousin. Nela gets desperate knowing his luck will turn into her disgrace when he finally sees her face.
Who’s in it. Marianela stars Mary Carrillo as Nela, Julio Peña as Pablo, Rafael Calvo as Teodoro Golfín and Jesús Tordesillas as Pablo's Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Marianela 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 Marianela page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marianela tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marianela (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marianela change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Marianela worth watching?
- Marianela holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Marianela?
- Marianela stars Mary Carrillo, Julio Peña, Rafael Calvo, Jesús Tordesillas and Carlos Muñoz Arosa.
- When was Marianela released?
- Marianela was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.