Macunaima is streaming on Kino Film Collection in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 11 June 2026.
Good to know
- Director
- Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
- Release date
- 1969-09-03
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Language
- Portuguese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Brazil
About Macunaima
Macunaima is a 1969 movie in the Comedy, Fantasy and Adventure genres, directed by Joaquim Pedro de Andrade, starring Grande Otelo, Paulo José and Jardel Filho. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 89 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Macunaima in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
Born a fully grown black man in a village in the Brazilian jungle, Macunaíma later magically transforms into a white man before making an adventure-filled trip to the city of São Paulo. Once there, he becomes something of a dandy, falling in love with Ci, a revolutionary who dies in an accidental bombing. After robbing a ruthless industrialist, Macunaima returns to his village where he finds his newly acquired knowledge and possessions of little use.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Macunaima in United States?+
In United States, you can stream Macunaima on Kino Film Collection. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Macunaima on Netflix?+
Macunaima is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Kino Film Collection.
How long is Macunaima?+
Macunaima has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
Who stars in Macunaima?+
Macunaima stars Grande Otelo, Paulo José, Jardel Filho, Milton Gonçalves and Dina Sfat.
When did Macunaima come out?+
Macunaima is a 1969 movie directed by Joaquim Pedro de Andrade.
What genre is Macunaima?+
Macunaima is Comedy, Fantasy and Adventure film.
Who directed Macunaima?+
Macunaima was directed by Joaquim Pedro de Andrade.
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