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El Cid

6.819613h 7mMovieActionDramaHistory

Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.

DirectorAnthony Mann
WritersFredric M. Frank·Philip Yordan
ProducerSamuel Bronston

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Cast · Directed by Anthony Mann

CHCharlton Heston
Charlton Heston
El Cid Rodrigo de Vivar
SLSophia Loren
Sophia Loren
Jimena
RVRaf Vallone
Raf Vallone
Count Ordóñez
GPGeneviève Page
Geneviève Page
Princess Urraca
JFJohn Fraser
John Fraser
Prince Alfonso
GRGary Raymond
Gary Raymond
Prince Sancho
HHHurd Hatfield
Hurd Hatfield
Arias
MSMassimo Serato
Massimo Serato
Fanez
FTFrank Thring
Frank Thring
Al Kadir
MHMichael Hordern
Michael Hordern
Don Diego
ACAndrew Cruickshank
Andrew Cruickshank
Count Gormaz
DWDouglas Wilmer
Douglas Wilmer
Moutamin

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El Cid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams El Cid?

El Cid is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is El Cid on Netflix?

No, El Cid is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is El Cid on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — El Cid is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of November 2026.

Where can I watch El Cid for free?

El Cid is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.