O Grande Xerife (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1972, O Grande Xerife is a comedy, music and western film directed by Pio Zamuner, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Inácio Pororoca is responsible for the local mail in an old west town. One day there comes bandit João Bigode, who kills the sheriff and puts Inácio on his place, just for fun. But Inácio takes his post seriously, and soon the bandits realize they've made a mistake.

Who’s in it. O Grande Xerife stars Amacio Mazzaropi as Inácio Pororoca, Patrícia Mayo, Paulo Bonelli and Tony Cardi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, O Grande Xerife has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch O Grande Xerife page.

If you liked it. Fans of O Grande Xerife tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch O Grande Xerife (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for O Grande Xerife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is O Grande Xerife worth watching?
O Grande Xerife holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, music and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in O Grande Xerife?
O Grande Xerife stars Amacio Mazzaropi, Patrícia Mayo, Paulo Bonelli, Tony Cardi and Paulete Bonelli.
When was O Grande Xerife released?
O Grande Xerife was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.