The Woman from Beirut (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1965, The Woman from Beirut is a notable film directed by Ladislao Vajda, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Isabel is a beautiful aspiring singer with great aspirations but persistent bad luck convicted of a crime she did not commit. Serving time in prison she is released under parole and lands a singing gig at a dive in Barcelona where she meets Sandro "The Greek" and his partner lover Gloria. The couple is posing as entertainment promoters but they are really running a prostitution ring based in Beirut. They offer Isabel a two-year contract to perform in "night clubs" in the Near and Mideast even after they learn that she cannot travel abroad due to her legal status. Upon arrival in Beirut, Isabel and the other girls are sped away to a luxurious villa where they discover the real intentions of the pseudo-promoters. They are expected to sing and dance but also to engage in sexual activities with the rich clients that patronize the place. Isabel pretends to go along with the situation but she has a plan to get away
Who’s in it. The Woman from Beirut stars Sara Montiel as Isabel Llanos, Fernand Gravey as Dr. Castello, Giancarlo Del Duca as Francis Castello and Magali Noël as Gloria Lefèvre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Woman from Beirut 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 Woman from Beirut page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Woman from Beirut (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Woman from Beirut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Woman from Beirut worth watching?
- The Woman from Beirut holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Woman from Beirut?
- The Woman from Beirut stars Sara Montiel, Fernand Gravey, Giancarlo Del Duca, Magali Noël and Alain Saury.
- When was The Woman from Beirut released?
- The Woman from Beirut was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.