Serenade

1956·Movie
2h 1min·NR
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Romantic and moving

  • Romance8
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

History and show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The Thrill of His Voice! Thrill of a Great Story!

A wealthy woman discovers a vineyard worker with a beautiful operatic singing voice. She helps make him a star but then breaks his heart. He flees in misery to Mexico where he meets a sweet farm girl.
Operatic DramaShowbizRomantic TragedyMelancholyClassical EraMusic-CentricCharacter-DrivenEmotional JourneyRedemption Arc

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Serenade

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Where can I stream Serenade legally?

Serenade is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Serenade worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Serenade rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Serenade?

2 h 1 min

Serenade runs 2 h 1 min.

What language is Serenade in?

EnglishGerman

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

In how many countries can I watch Serenade?

4AUCAESUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Serenade in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Serenade use?

Adaptational Name ChangeAdaptational NationalityBetty and VeronicaBowdleriseGender FlipNon-Actor VehicleMaking Love in All the Wrong Places

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Serenade, including Adaptational Name Change, Adaptational Nationality, Betty and Veronica.

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