El Cid (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1961, El Cid is an action, drama, war and romance film directed by Anthony Mann, running about 182 minutes. “The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.
Who’s in it. El Cid stars Charlton Heston as El Cid, Sophia Loren as Jimena, Raf Vallone as Count Ordóñez and Geneviève Page as Princess Urraca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, El Cid has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Cid page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Cid 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 El Cid (1961)?
- In US, El Cid is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is El Cid worth watching?
- El Cid holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Cid?
- El Cid stars Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Raf Vallone, Geneviève Page and John Fraser.
- When was El Cid released?
- El Cid was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 182 minutes.