Death in the Garden (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1956, Death in the Garden is a drama and adventure film directed by Luis Buñuel, running about 105 minutes. “Torrid!… Tantalizing!… Tempestuous!…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a remote Amazon jungle village, a group of angry diamond prospectors revolt when the local government undertakes a violent crackdown.
Who’s in it. Death in the Garden stars Simone Signoret as Djin, Charles Vanel as Castin, Georges Marchal as Chark and Michel Piccoli as Father Lizzardi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Death in the Garden has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Death in the Garden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Death in the Garden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Death in the Garden (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Death in the Garden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Death in the Garden worth watching?
- Death in the Garden holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Death in the Garden?
- Death in the Garden stars Simone Signoret, Charles Vanel, Georges Marchal, Michel Piccoli and Tito Junco.
- When was Death in the Garden released?
- Death in the Garden was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.