Black Orpheus
1959, Portuguese. Directed by Marcel Camus.
The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...
Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch Black Orpheus
Black Orpheus is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 12 June 1959
- Original title
- Orfeu Negro
- Country
- Brazil, Italy, France
- Written by
- Jacques Viot
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What Black Orpheus is based on
Black Orpheus is based on Orfeu da Conceição, a myths, legends or folklore by Vinícius de Moraes.
Myths, legends or folklore
Orfeu da Conceição
By Vinícius de Moraes
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Black Orpheus: quick answers
Is Black Orpheus worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 248 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Black Orpheus?
Black Orpheus runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Black Orpheus have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Black Orpheus. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Black Orpheus parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Black Orpheus is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Black Orpheus on?
Black Orpheus is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Black Orpheus?
If you liked Black Orpheus, try Gabriela, The Fugitive Kind, Endless.
Who directed Black Orpheus?
Black Orpheus (1959) was directed by Marcel Camus and stars Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn, Lourdes de Oliveira.
What is Black Orpheus based on?
Black Orpheus is based on Orfeu da Conceição, a myths, legends or folklore by Vinícius de Moraes.