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The Castilian

1963·Movie
2h 8min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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The Castilian fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension7
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Melancholy6
  • Romance5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

History and war

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

TRUE...Actually Shot in the Medieval Locations Where the Actual Story Took Place!

Also released as Valley of the Swords, this lugubrious US/Spanish co-production features the usual mid-1960s "tax shelter" international cast. Broderick Crawford plays a despotic 10th century Spanish king who, in cahoots with the invading Moors, has banished handsome Castilian nobleman Spartaco Santoni. With the surreptitious aid of Crawford's daughter Teresa Velasquez, Santoni assembles an army to march against the Moors. In keeping with the 13th century epic poem from which this film was derived ("El Poema de Fernan Gonzales") Santoni's path is smoothed by the celestial intervention of patron saints Milan and Santiago. Among the big names picking up a few tax-free dollars in The Castilian are Cesar Romero, Linda Darnell, Alida Valli and Fernando Rey.
Historical EpicSpanish HistoryMedieval WarfarePolitical IntrigueSwashbucklerNostalgicAction-AdventureCo-Production

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Castilian

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Where can I stream The Castilian legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Castilian worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Castilian rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Castilian?

2 h 8 min

The Castilian runs 2 h 8 min.

What language is The Castilian in?

SpanishEnglish

It was made in Spanish, with some English. Produced in Spain, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Castilian?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Castilian in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.