Candinho (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1954, Candinho is a comedy and music film directed by Abilio Pereira de Almeida, running about 95 minutes. “He returned” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Candinho is a hillbilly who leaves the countryside, taking his donkey along, and goes to São Paulo, trying to find his mother.
Who’s in it. Candinho stars Amacio Mazzaropi as Candinho, Marisa Prado as Filoca, Ruth de Souza as Manuela and Adoniran Barbosa as Pancrácio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Candinho 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 Candinho page.
If you liked it. Fans of Candinho tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Candinho (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Candinho change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Candinho worth watching?
- Candinho holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Candinho?
- Candinho stars Amacio Mazzaropi, Marisa Prado, Ruth de Souza, Adoniran Barbosa and Benedito Corsi.
- When was Candinho released?
- Candinho was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.