Green Mansions (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1959, Green Mansions is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Mel Ferrer, running about 100 minutes. “W. H. Hudson's unforgettable story of love and adventure in the South American jungles!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young Venezuelan idealist flees his native land to escape a revolution. Hoping to find peace, he goes to the mountains and the forests of the Amazon. There he encounters Rima, the Bird Girl, an orphan living a life of nature, who is feared by a local jungle tribe.
Who’s in it. Green Mansions stars Audrey Hepburn as Rima, Anthony Perkins as Abel, Lee J. Cobb as Nuflo and Sessue Hayakawa as Runi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Green Mansions 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 Green Mansions page.
If you liked it. Fans of Green Mansions tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Green Mansions (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Green Mansions change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Green Mansions worth watching?
- Green Mansions holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Green Mansions?
- Green Mansions stars Audrey Hepburn, Anthony Perkins, Lee J. Cobb, Sessue Hayakawa and Henry Silva.
- When was Green Mansions released?
- Green Mansions was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.