Cabaret (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 5

Cabaret poster

Released in 1953, Cabaret is a drama, crime and music film directed by Eduardo Manzanos, running about 69 minutes.

What it’s about. A news story in the newspapers announces the investigation by the police of a major scam. Precisely, following the steps of the author of that crime, we will know the cabaret where the whole action of this drama will take place. A place where the paths of a multitude of characters cross and where it is possible to find men and women of great humanity.

Who’s in it. Cabaret stars Fernando Rey as Carlos Jiménez, Nati Mistral as Carmen, José Bódalo as Luis and María Luz Galicia as Rocio, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Cabaret has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $225.8K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cabaret page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cabaret tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cabaret (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cabaret change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cabaret worth watching?
Cabaret holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cabaret?
Cabaret stars Fernando Rey, Nati Mistral, José Bódalo, María Luz Galicia and Miguel Pastor.
When was Cabaret released?
Cabaret was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.