Cervantes (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1967, Cervantes is an adventure film directed by Vincent Sherman, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. This epic Spanish biopic chronicles the life of Cervantes, Spain's great novelist, playwright and poet, during the 16th-century, when as a young man he goes to Italy to become a soldier for the Pope. Later he helps the Pope's emissary wage war against the Spanish Moors. His exploits win him great favor. He falls in love with a famous Italian courtesan and she with him. Unfortunately, the Pope splits them apart with his newest decree which demands that all prostitutes leave the city. Upset, Cervantes goes to fight in the famed sea battle of Lepanto and comes back a hero. Later he is captured by Barbary pirates and ransomed by Trinitarian friars.
Who’s in it. Cervantes stars Horst Buchholz as Miguel de Cervantes, Gina Lollobrigida as Giulia, José Ferrer as Hassan Bey and Louis Jourdan as Cardinal Acquaviva, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Cervantes 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 Cervantes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cervantes tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cervantes (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cervantes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cervantes worth watching?
- Cervantes holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Cervantes?
- Cervantes stars Horst Buchholz, Gina Lollobrigida, José Ferrer, Louis Jourdan and Francisco Rabal.
- When was Cervantes released?
- Cervantes was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.