The Net (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1953, The Net is a drama and romance film directed by Emilio Fernández, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Antonio dives for sponges which are sold by his sweetheart Rossana. One day, the escaped prisoner José-Luis appears and is hid by his friend Antonio. Although José-Luis does not want to betray his friend, a love affair with tragic consequences between him and Rossana develops. The Net was one of Mexico's entries at the 1953 Cannes Film Festival.
Who’s in it. The Net stars Rossana Podestà as Rossana, Crox Alvarado as Antonio, Armando Silvestre as José Luis and Guillermo Cramer as Rivera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Net 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 The Net page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Net tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Net (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Net change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Net worth watching?
- The Net holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Net?
- The Net stars Rossana Podestà, Crox Alvarado, Armando Silvestre, Guillermo Cramer and Carlos Riquelme.
- When was The Net released?
- The Net was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.