Beauty and the Bull (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1954, Beauty and the Bull is a notable film directed by Larry Lansburgh, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. While working in Mexico, model Bette Ford---yes, that one---and her girl friends attend a bull fight. They also visit a matador's ranch, where Ford braves the charges of a week-old bull...uh...calf. That convinces her she should become a bull fighter, and she travels throughout Mexico, taking formal training and fighting bulls on ranches and at small fairs. Basically, a travelogue with a story featuring a pretty model.
Who’s in it. Beauty and the Bull stars Marvin Miller as Narrator and Bette Ford as Bette Ford.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Beauty and the Bull has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beauty and the Bull page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beauty and the Bull (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beauty and the Bull change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beauty and the Bull worth watching?
- Beauty and the Bull holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beauty and the Bull?
- Beauty and the Bull stars Marvin Miller and Bette Ford.
- When was Beauty and the Bull released?
- Beauty and the Bull was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.