Red and Black (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, Red and Black is a drama and war film directed by Carlos Arévalo, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Since childhood, Luisa and Miguel have always been good friends; but several years later, as adults, when Spain faces the abyss of the Civil War (1936-1939), they support ideologically opposed camps.
Who’s in it. Red and Black stars Conchita Montenegro as Luisa, Ismael Merlo as Miguel, Quique Camoiras as Young Miguel and Luisa España as Young Luisa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Red and Black 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 Red and Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red and Black tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red and Black (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red and Black change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red and Black worth watching?
- Red and Black holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red and Black?
- Red and Black stars Conchita Montenegro, Ismael Merlo, Quique Camoiras, Luisa España and Ana de Siria.
- When was Red and Black released?
- Red and Black was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.