The Drunkard (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1946, The Drunkard is a drama and music film directed by Gilda de Abreu, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. A good-hearted man, betrayed by his wife and friends, fakes his death and takes up a new identity, as a nameless, wandering drunkard.
Who’s in it. The Drunkard stars Vicente Celestino as Gilberto Silva, Alice Archambeau as Marieta, Rodolfo Arena as José and Walter D'Ávila as Primo Rêgo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Drunkard has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Drunkard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Drunkard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drunkard (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drunkard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Drunkard worth watching?
- The Drunkard holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Drunkard?
- The Drunkard stars Vicente Celestino, Alice Archambeau, Rodolfo Arena, Walter D'Ávila and Manoel Vieira.
- When was The Drunkard released?
- The Drunkard was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.