The Amorous Ones (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1968, The Amorous Ones is a drama film directed by Walter Hugo Khouri, running about 100 minutes. “Can a young man surrounded by the most amorous of women still find himself in a bottomless existential pit?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An anguished university student in his early 30's ponders the state of his life in light of his relationships with a politicized classmate, a TV actress selling the image of a femme fatale and his bourgeois sister.
Who’s in it. The Amorous Ones stars Paulo José, Jacqueline Myrna, Lilian Lemmertz and Anecy Rocha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Amorous Ones 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 Amorous Ones page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Amorous Ones tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Amorous Ones (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Amorous Ones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Amorous Ones worth watching?
- The Amorous Ones holds an audience score of 4.8 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 Amorous Ones?
- The Amorous Ones stars Paulo José, Jacqueline Myrna, Lilian Lemmertz, Anecy Rocha and Stênio Garcia.
- When was The Amorous Ones released?
- The Amorous Ones was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.