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O Bem-Amado (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Series · ★ 9.1

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Released in 1973, O Bem-Amado is a soap and comedy series.

What it’s about. O Bem-Amado is a Brazilian telenovela that first aired on Rede Globo in 1973. It is based on a play by Dias Gomes called Odorico, o Bem-Amado ou Os Mistérios do Amor e da Morte, written in 1962. It was the first Brazilian color telenovela. It was shot in Rio de Janeiro. Broadcast by Rede Globo between January 22 and October 3, 1973.

Who’s in it. O Bem-Amado stars Paulo Gracindo as Odorico Paraguaçu, Lima Duarte as José Tranquilino da Anunciação (Zeca Diabo), Emiliano Queiroz as Dirceu Borboleta and Jardel Filho as Dr. Juarez Leão, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.1/10, O Bem-Amado sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of O Bem-Amado tend to enjoy Yo soy Betty, la fea, La hija del Mariachi, Brazil Avenue and El Señor de los Cielos.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch O Bem-Amado (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for O Bem-Amado change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is O Bem-Amado worth watching?
O Bem-Amado holds an audience score of 9.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy soap and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in O Bem-Amado?
O Bem-Amado stars Paulo Gracindo, Lima Duarte, Emiliano Queiroz, Jardel Filho and Sandra Bréa.
When was O Bem-Amado released?
O Bem-Amado was released in 1973.