Samba-Mania (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1948, Samba-Mania is a music and romance film directed by Billy Daniel, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. Night club owner Russ Vincent hires boogie-woogie dancer Betty Hannon for a spot in a South American revue headed by Lita Baron (as Isabelita.) The latter is wary of Hannon's motives, but Vincent dismisses her feelings as jealousy.
Who’s in it. Samba-Mania stars Lita Baron as Olivia, Russ Vincent as Manuel Rodriguez, Billy Daniel as Carlos, Dancer and Betty Hannon as Melissa Brown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Samba-Mania 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 Samba-Mania page.
If you liked it. Fans of Samba-Mania tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Samba-Mania (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samba-Mania change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Samba-Mania worth watching?
- Samba-Mania holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Samba-Mania?
- Samba-Mania stars Lita Baron, Russ Vincent, Billy Daniel, Betty Hannon and Hal Rand.
- When was Samba-Mania released?
- Samba-Mania was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.