O Primo Basílio (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1960, O Primo Basílio is a drama film directed by António Lopes Ribeiro, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. Jorge, a successful engineer and employee of a ministry and Luísa, a romantic and dreamy girl, star as the typical bourgeois couple of the Lisbon society of the 19th century.
Who’s in it. O Primo Basílio stars António Vilar as Basílio, Danik Patisson as Luísa (performer), Carmen Dolores as Luísa (voice) and Aura Abranches as D. Felicidade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, O Primo Basílio has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch O Primo Basílio page.
If you liked it. Fans of O Primo Basílio tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch O Primo Basílio (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for O Primo Basílio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is O Primo Basílio worth watching?
- O Primo Basílio holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in O Primo Basílio?
- O Primo Basílio stars António Vilar, Danik Patisson, Carmen Dolores, Aura Abranches and João Villaret.
- When was O Primo Basílio released?
- O Primo Basílio was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.