The Hidden One (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1956, The Hidden One is a drama, war and western film directed by Roberto Gavaldón, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Judging by the number of times it has shown up on Spanish-language cable TV, La escondida is one of the most popular and best beloved of the Maria Felix vehicles. The star runs the emotional gamut as Gabriela, who rises from the depths of poverty to the heights of Mexican society as a much-sought-after courtesan. Eventually, however, Gabriela proves that she is still true to her peasant heritage by casting her lot with the rebels in the 1916 Mexican civil war. Pedro Armendariz co-stars as Felipe, the charismatic rebel leader who wins Gabriela's heart - and inadvertently causes her downfall. La escondida is stunningly photographed by the late, great Gabriel Figueroa.
Who’s in it. The Hidden One stars María Félix as Gabriela, Pedro Armendáriz as Felipe Rojano, Andrés Soler as General Nemesio Garza and Arturo Martínez as Don Cosme, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Hidden One has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hidden One page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hidden One tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hidden One (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hidden One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hidden One worth watching?
- The Hidden One holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hidden One?
- The Hidden One stars María Félix, Pedro Armendáriz, Andrés Soler, Arturo Martínez and Domingo Soler.
- When was The Hidden One released?
- The Hidden One was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.