Andalusia (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 8.8

Andalusia poster

Released in 1951, Andalusia is a romance and music film directed by Robert Vernay, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. Having fallen out with his girlfriend Dolorès, Juanito leaves for Mexico, where he becomes a famous matador.There he meets a Viennese singer, Fanny Miller, who falls for him so much so that she intercepts the letters Dolorès keeps on sending him. In desperation, Dolorès devotes all her time and efforts to dance and she becomes the celebrated dancer Estrellita. After a series of misunderstandings and ups and downs, the sun of Andalusia will finally reunite the two lovebirds.

Who’s in it. Andalusia stars Luis Mariano as Juanito Var, Carmen Sevilla as Dolorès / Estrellita, Arlette Poirier as Fanny Miller and Perrette Souplex as Pilar, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.8/10, Andalusia 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 Andalusia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Andalusia tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Andalusia (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Andalusia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Andalusia worth watching?
Andalusia holds an audience score of 8.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Andalusia?
Andalusia stars Luis Mariano, Carmen Sevilla, Arlette Poirier, Perrette Souplex and Liliane Bert.
When was Andalusia released?
Andalusia was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.