El canto del gallo (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1955, El canto del gallo is a drama film directed by Rafael Gil, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A Catholic priest lives in a communist country where all religious are being killed. When trying to escape is stopped by a commissioner who had been a fellow student.
Who’s in it. El canto del gallo stars Asunción Balaguer as Mujer humilde, Francisco Sánchez as Guardia, Francisco Rabal as Padre Miller and Jacqueline Pierreux as Elsa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, El canto del gallo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El canto del gallo page.
If you liked it. Fans of El canto del gallo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El canto del gallo (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El canto del gallo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El canto del gallo worth watching?
- El canto del gallo holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El canto del gallo?
- El canto del gallo stars Asunción Balaguer, Francisco Sánchez, Francisco Rabal, Jacqueline Pierreux and Gérard Tichy.