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El Cid

6.819613h 7mUMovieActionDramaHistory

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
WritersBen Barzman·Fredric M. Frank
ProducerSamuel Bronston

Where to watch

BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

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 BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is El Cid on Netflix?

No, El Cid is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is El Cid on Amazon Prime Video?

El Cid isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch El Cid for free?

El Cid is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.