The Torch (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1950, The Torch is an action, drama, adventure and war film directed by Emilio Fernández, running about 83 minutes. “BY GUN...BY FLAME...BY FORCE...He took everything he wanted!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of a fear-inspiring revolutionary general who develops a passion for the daughter of a wealthy villager. It's hate at first sight so far as the girl is concerned, but this will soon change.
Who’s in it. The Torch stars Paulette Goddard as Mariá Dolores Peñafiel, Pedro Armendáriz as José Juan Reyes, Gilbert Roland as Father Sierra and Walter Reed as Dr. Robert Stanley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Torch has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Torch page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Torch tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Torch (1950)?
- In US, The Torch is available to stream on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Torch worth watching?
- The Torch holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Torch?
- The Torch stars Paulette Goddard, Pedro Armendáriz, Gilbert Roland, Walter Reed and Julio Villarreal.
- When was The Torch released?
- The Torch was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.