To Die in Madrid (1963): cast, story & where to watch

1963 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1963, To Die in Madrid is a documentary film directed by Frédéric Rossif, running about 85 minutes. “It was a long time ago...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Morir en Madrid brings together several papers on the Spanish Civil War and integrates capturing different points of view, intended to represent the continuity of the suffering of the Spanish during the Franco regime. The death of Federico Garcia Lorca, Guernica, the defense of Madrid, the International Brigades, are some of the items comprised in this document.

Who’s in it. To Die in Madrid stars John Gielgud as Narrator (English version) (voice), Irene Worth as Co-Narrator (English version) (voice), Suzanne Flon as Récitante / Narrator (French version) (voice) and Germaine Montero as Récitante / Narrator (French version) (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, To Die in Madrid 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 To Die in Madrid page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch To Die in Madrid (1963)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for To Die in Madrid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is To Die in Madrid worth watching?
To Die in Madrid holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in To Die in Madrid?
To Die in Madrid stars John Gielgud, Irene Worth, Suzanne Flon and Germaine Montero.
When was To Die in Madrid released?
To Die in Madrid was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.