João Ratão (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1940, João Ratão is a comedy and romance film directed by Jorge Brum do Canto, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. João Ratão is one of many young Portuguese soldiers fighting in Flandres, France, during World War I. Back home, he now needs to fight for the love Vitória, to whom he sent love letters from France... written by a fellow soldier. João Ratão is illiterate.
Who’s in it. João Ratão stars Óscar de Lemos as João Ratão, Maria Domingas as Vitória, António Silva as Teotónio and Manuel Santos Carvalho as Manuel da Loja, shopkeeper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, João Ratão has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch João Ratão page.
If you liked it. Fans of João Ratão tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch João Ratão (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for João Ratão change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is João Ratão worth watching?
- João Ratão holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in João Ratão?
- João Ratão stars Óscar de Lemos, Maria Domingas, António Silva, Manuel Santos Carvalho and Teresa Cazal.
- When was João Ratão released?
- João Ratão was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.