The Tenant (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1958, The Tenant is a comedy and drama film directed by José Antonio Nieves Conde, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. One unlucky day, a married couple with four children get an eviction notice: the building they live in is to be demolished. The family looks desperately for a new home, which is no easy task in Madrid in the fifties.
Who’s in it. The Tenant stars María Rosa Salgado as Marta, José Marco Davó as Fulgencio, Fernando Fernán Gómez as Evaristo González and Francisco Camoiras as Obrero solidario, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Tenant 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 The Tenant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tenant tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tenant (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tenant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tenant worth watching?
- The Tenant holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tenant?
- The Tenant stars María Rosa Salgado, José Marco Davó, Fernando Fernán Gómez, Francisco Camoiras and Pedro Beltrán.
- When was The Tenant released?
- The Tenant was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.