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The Burning Body (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1966, The Burning Body is a drama film directed by Walter Hugo Khouri, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Márcia discovers that her husband is having an affair and decides to take a trip out into an isolated part of Brazil with little human contact. There she finds a black stallion roaming the fields.

Who’s in it. The Burning Body stars Barbara Laage as Marcia, Mário Benvenutti as Eduardo, Pedro Paulo Hatheyer as Roberto and Sérgio Hingst as 1st Rancher, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Burning Body 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 The Burning Body page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Burning Body (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burning Body change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Burning Body worth watching?
The Burning Body holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Burning Body?
The Burning Body stars Barbara Laage, Mário Benvenutti, Pedro Paulo Hatheyer, Sérgio Hingst and Marisa Woodward.
When was The Burning Body released?
The Burning Body was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.