Valentino (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1951, Valentino is a drama and romance film directed by Lewis Allen, running about 102 minutes. “The legitimate behind the scenes story of the man so many women loved” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Italian immigrant Rudolph Valentino makes it big in silent Hollywood, but he ends up struggling between his career and the woman he loves.
Who’s in it. Valentino stars Anthony Dexter as Rudolph Valentino, Eleanor Parker as Joan Carlisle / Sarah Gray, Richard Carlson as William 'Bill' King and Patricia Medina as Lila Reyes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Valentino has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Valentino page.
If you liked it. Fans of Valentino tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Valentino (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Valentino change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Valentino worth watching?
- Valentino holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Valentino?
- Valentino stars Anthony Dexter, Eleanor Parker, Richard Carlson, Patricia Medina and Joseph Calleia.
- When was Valentino released?
- Valentino was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.