Câncer (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1972, Câncer is a drama film directed by Glauber Rocha, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. This film shows people with constant psychological and social conflicts: the violence among outlaws, conflicts between man and woman, police and society.
Who’s in it. Câncer stars Hugo Carvana, Antônio Pitanga, Odete Lara and Eduardo Coutinho, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Câncer sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Câncer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Câncer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Câncer (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Câncer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Câncer worth watching?
- Câncer holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Câncer?
- Câncer stars Hugo Carvana, Antônio Pitanga, Odete Lara, Eduardo Coutinho and Hélio Oiticica.
- When was Câncer released?
- Câncer was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.
