The Circle (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1970, The Circle is a drama film directed by António da Cunha Telles, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. A look at the urban society of the seventies. The story of Marta a young and pretty girl, who leaves her husband to search for her true identity. She doesn't quite know what she wants, but at least she knows what she's escaping from. Soon she encounters financial difficulties and finds herself involved with shady characters, a situation that leads to a mysterious murder. The net closes around her.
Who’s in it. The Circle stars Maria Cabral as Marta, Miguel Franco as Vitor Lopes, the smuggler, Ruy de Carvalho as Dr. Alves, the boss and Óscar Cruz as Rui, the photographer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Circle has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Circle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Circle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Circle (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Circle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Circle worth watching?
- The Circle holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Circle?
- The Circle stars Maria Cabral, Miguel Franco, Ruy de Carvalho, Óscar Cruz and Zita Duarte.
- When was The Circle released?
- The Circle was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.