The Singer Not the Song (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1961, The Singer Not the Song is a drama and western film directed by Roy Ward Baker, running about 132 minutes. “A New and Powerfully Different Kind of Motion Picture Story...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Roman Catholic priest defies a Mexican bandit whose gang kills villagers in alphabetical order.
Who’s in it. The Singer Not the Song stars Dirk Bogarde as Anacleto Comachi, John Mills as Father Michael Keogh, Mylène Demongeot as Locha de Cortinez and Laurence Naismith as Old Uncle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Singer Not the Song has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Singer Not the Song page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Singer Not the Song tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Singer Not the Song (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Singer Not the Song change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Singer Not the Song worth watching?
- The Singer Not the Song holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Singer Not the Song?
- The Singer Not the Song stars Dirk Bogarde, John Mills, Mylène Demongeot, Laurence Naismith and John Bentley.
- When was The Singer Not the Song released?
- The Singer Not the Song was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.