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The Wicked Carabel (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 1956, The Wicked Carabel is a comedy film directed by Fernando Fernán Gómez, running about 81 minutes.

What it’s about. Since he wants get married, the young Carabel, who is employed in a real estate agent, decides to ask their bosses for a raise in order to maintain his future wife. However, all he gets is to be fired. He then realizes that honesty is what has led him to unemployment and decides to change his life and live outside the law. He plots to steal the safe from his former company

Who’s in it. The Wicked Carabel stars Fernando Fernán Gómez as Amaro Carabel, María Luz Galicia as Silvia, Rafael López Somoza as Gregorio and Julia Caba Alba as Alodia, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Wicked Carabel has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wicked Carabel page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Wicked Carabel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Wicked Carabel (1956)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wicked Carabel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Wicked Carabel worth watching?
The Wicked Carabel holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Wicked Carabel?
The Wicked Carabel stars Fernando Fernán Gómez, María Luz Galicia, Rafael López Somoza, Julia Caba Alba and Manuel Alexandre.
When was The Wicked Carabel released?
The Wicked Carabel was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.