The Angry Cid (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1983, The Angry Cid is a comedy film directed by Angelino Fons, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, “Mio Cid”, is in love with Jimena, but the Count of Oviedo, his father, challenges him to a duel and is killed. He before him curses Rodrigo, that if he marries Jimena, he will lose his manly faculties. And, in fact, when he gets married, Rodrigo becomes effeminate.
Who’s in it. The Angry Cid stars Ángel Cristo as Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, Manolo Gómez Bur as Emir de Zaragoza, Carmen Maura as Jimena and Paquita Rico as Doña Urraca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Angry Cid has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $191.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Angry Cid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Angry Cid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Angry Cid (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Angry Cid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Angry Cid worth watching?
- The Angry Cid holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Angry Cid?
- The Angry Cid stars Ángel Cristo, Manolo Gómez Bur, Carmen Maura, Paquita Rico and Azucena Hernández.
- When was The Angry Cid released?
- The Angry Cid was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.