Movie

The War Starts in Cuba

★ 5.9(7)19571h 47m

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Director: Manuel Mur Oti
Release date: 1957-12-23
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: ES
Status: Released
Country: Spain
Studio: Suevia Films

About The War Starts in Cuba

The War Starts in Cuba is a 1957 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Manuel Mur Oti, starring Emma Penella, Gustavo Rojo and Roberto Rey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The War Starts in Cuba in Israel — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Year 1898. When war broke out in Cuba, Juanita, a beautiful variety singer without much luck, decides to return to Spain when she discovers that her twin sister Adelaide has married the governor of Badajoz. Adelaide is capricious, vain and embarrassing, the opposite of Juanita. However, as the girls are physically identical, the singer intends to take full advantage of this situation.

Cast

Emma Penella

Juanita / Adelaida

Gustavo Rojo

Capitán Javier Romero

Roberto Rey

Bernardo, el gobernador

Jesús Tordesillas

Marqués

Barta Barri

Coronel

María Cañete

Petronila

Matilde Muñoz Sampedro

Tía

Aurora García Alonso

Manuel Requena

Presidente de la asociación

Ángel Ter

Pepito

Luisa Hernán

Joaquín Roa

Florentino

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The War Starts in Cuba in Israel?+

The War Starts in Cuba is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Israel. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The War Starts in Cuba on Netflix?+

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How long is The War Starts in Cuba?+

The War Starts in Cuba has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in The War Starts in Cuba?+

The War Starts in Cuba stars Emma Penella, Gustavo Rojo, Roberto Rey, Jesús Tordesillas and Barta Barri.

When did The War Starts in Cuba come out?+

The War Starts in Cuba is a 1957 movie directed by Manuel Mur Oti.

What genre is The War Starts in Cuba?+

The War Starts in Cuba is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed The War Starts in Cuba?+

The War Starts in Cuba was directed by Manuel Mur Oti.