Movie

The Battle of Canudos

“The bloodiest war in the History of Brazil”

★ 6.9(37)19972h 50m

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Good to know

Director: Sérgio Rezende
Release date: 1997-10-03
Runtime: 2h 50m
Language: Portuguese
Budget: $6,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Brazil
Studio: Columbia TriStar Filmes do Brasil

About The Battle of Canudos

The Battle of Canudos is a 1997 movie in the War, History and Drama genres, directed by Sérgio Rezende, starring Cláudia Abreu, Marieta Severo and Paulo Betti. It has a runtime of 2 hours 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 37 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Battle of Canudos in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

At the end of the 19th century, a poor family comes to the rural Canudos, a community led by Antônio Conselheiro, seen by many as a holy prophet. Their ways bother the powerful people of the region, and the newly founded Republic sends their army to destroy the settlement, which culminates in one of the bloodiest wars in the history of Brazil.

Cast

Cláudia Abreu

Luíza

Marieta Severo

Penha

Paulo Betti

Zé Lucena

José Wilker

Antônio Conselheiro

José de Abreu

General Arthur Oscar de Andrade Guimarães

Selton Mello

Tenente Luís da Gama

Tonico Pereira

Cel. Antônio Moreira César

Roberto Bomtempo

Pedro Martins

Tuca Andrada

Arimateia

Dandara Guerra

Tereza

Jorge Neves

Toinho

Dody Só

Pajeú

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Battle of Canudos in France?+

The Battle of Canudos is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Battle of Canudos on Netflix?+

The Battle of Canudos is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is The Battle of Canudos?+

The Battle of Canudos has a runtime of 2 hours 50 minutes (170 minutes).

Who stars in The Battle of Canudos?+

The Battle of Canudos stars Cláudia Abreu, Marieta Severo, Paulo Betti, José Wilker and José de Abreu.

When did The Battle of Canudos come out?+

The Battle of Canudos is a 1997 movie directed by Sérgio Rezende.

What genre is The Battle of Canudos?+

The Battle of Canudos is War, History and Drama film.

Who directed The Battle of Canudos?+

The Battle of Canudos was directed by Sérgio Rezende.