Viva Zapata! (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1952, Viva Zapata! is a history and western film directed by Elia Kazan, running about 113 minutes. “A BANDIT WHO BECAME A LEGEND! Roaring Story of Mexico’s Tiger on a White Horse!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata, who led a rebellion against the corrupt, oppressive dictatorship of president Porfirio Díaz in the early 20th century.
Who’s in it. Viva Zapata! stars Marlon Brando as Emiliano Zapata, Jean Peters as Josefa, Anthony Quinn as Eufemio Zapata and Joseph Wiseman as Fernando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Viva Zapata! has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Viva Zapata! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Viva Zapata! tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Viva Zapata! (1952)?
- In US, Viva Zapata! is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Viva Zapata! worth watching?
- Viva Zapata! holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Viva Zapata!?
- Viva Zapata! stars Marlon Brando, Jean Peters, Anthony Quinn, Joseph Wiseman and Arnold Moss.
- When was Viva Zapata! released?
- Viva Zapata! was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.