Don Quixote (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1947, Don Quixote is a drama and adventure film directed by Rafael Gil, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. The old hidalgo Don Alonso Quijano, maddened by the excessive reading of books on chivalry and determined to become a famous and heroic knight-errant, leaves his village and sets out on the road in search of adventure, accompanied by his faithful friend Sancho Panza.
Who’s in it. Don Quixote stars Rafael Rivelles as Don Quijote, Juan Calvo as Sancho Panza, Fernando Rey as Sansón Carrasco and Manolo Morán as Barber, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Don Quixote has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Don Quixote page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don Quixote tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don Quixote (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don Quixote change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Don Quixote worth watching?
- Don Quixote holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Don Quixote?
- Don Quixote stars Rafael Rivelles, Juan Calvo, Fernando Rey, Manolo Morán and Sara Montiel.