A Forbidden Orange (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2021, A Forbidden Orange is a history and documentary film directed by Pedro González Bermúdez, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Spain, 1970s. A Clockwork Orange, a film considered by critics and audiences as one of the best works in the history of cinema, directed by Stanley Kubrick and released in 1971, was banned by the strict Franco government. However, the film was finally premiered, without going through censorship, during the 20th edition of the Seminci, the Valladolid Film Festival, on April 24, 1975. How was this possible?
Who’s in it. A Forbidden Orange stars Malcolm McDowell as Narrator (voice) / Alex DeLarge, Carmelo Romero as Self, Vicente Molina Foix as Self and Gustavo Martín Garzo as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, A Forbidden Orange has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Forbidden Orange page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Forbidden Orange tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Forbidden Orange (2021)?
- In US, A Forbidden Orange is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Forbidden Orange worth watching?
- A Forbidden Orange holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Forbidden Orange?
- A Forbidden Orange stars Malcolm McDowell, Carmelo Romero, Vicente Molina Foix, Gustavo Martín Garzo and María Calleja.
- When was A Forbidden Orange released?
- A Forbidden Orange was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.