The Forbidden Christ (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1951, The Forbidden Christ is a drama film directed by Curzio Malaparte, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Freshly released from a Russian POW camp, Italian soldier Raf Vallone tries to discover who betrayed his brother to the Nazis.
Who’s in it. The Forbidden Christ stars Raf Vallone as Bruno Baldi, Alain Cuny as Antonio, Gino Cervi as Küster and Rina Morelli as Mother Baldi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Forbidden Christ has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forbidden Christ page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forbidden Christ tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forbidden Christ (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forbidden Christ change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forbidden Christ worth watching?
- The Forbidden Christ holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forbidden Christ?
- The Forbidden Christ stars Raf Vallone, Alain Cuny, Gino Cervi, Rina Morelli and Anna Maria Ferrero.
- When was The Forbidden Christ released?
- The Forbidden Christ was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.