Doña Bárbara (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1943, Doña Bárbara is a drama and western film directed by Fernando de Fuentes, running about 138 minutes. “Bad Woman of the Pampas” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman hardened by her past now runs a ranch she acquired through manipulation and bribery.
Who’s in it. Doña Bárbara stars María Félix as Doña Bárbara, Julián Soler as Santos Luzardo, María Elena Marqués as Marisela Barquero and Andrés Soler as Lorenzo Barquero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Doña Bárbara 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 Doña Bárbara page.
If you liked it. Fans of Doña Bárbara tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Doña Bárbara (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doña Bárbara change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Doña Bárbara worth watching?
- Doña Bárbara holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Doña Bárbara?
- Doña Bárbara stars María Félix, Julián Soler, María Elena Marqués, Andrés Soler and Charles Rooner.
- When was Doña Bárbara released?
- Doña Bárbara was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.