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Death of a Cyclist

1955·Movie·NR·88 min·7.1(112)

Death on the road.

A couple having an affair strike a bicyclist with their car and do not offer aid out of fear of their relationship being exposed.

Where to watch Death of a Cyclist in United States

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Where is Death of a Cyclist streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesCriterion ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomApple TV Store
CanadaCriterion ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
SpainMovistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé, FlixOlé Amazon ChannelAmazon Video

About Death of a Cyclist

Death of a Cyclist is a 1955 Spanish-language crime, drama and thriller film directed by Juan Antonio Bardem. The cast is led by Lucia Bosè, Alberto Closas, Bruna Corrà. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.

Death of a Cyclist was produced by Guión PC, Trionfalcine, and Cesáreo González and made in Spain and Italy. It was released on September 7, 1955, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Juan Antonio Bardem
Writers
Luis Fernando de Igoa, Juan Antonio Bardem
Release date
September 7, 1955
Original language
Spanish
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
Spain, Italy
Production
Guión PC, Trionfalcine, Cesáreo González
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Death of a Cyclist cast & crew

Death of a Cyclist was directed by Juan Antonio Bardem and written by Luis Fernando de Igoa and Juan Antonio Bardem.

The cast features Lucia Bosè as María José de Castro, Alberto Closas as Juan Fernández Soler, Bruna Corrà as Matilde Luque Carvajal, Carlos Casaravilla as Rafael Sandoval, Otello Toso as Miguel Castro, and Alicia Romay as Carmina.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Isidro B. Maiztegui, cinematography is by Alfredo Fraile, and it was produced by Manuel J. Goyanes.

Is Death of a Cyclist worth watching?

Death of a Cyclist holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 112 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.

At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy crime, drama, and thriller, Death of a Cyclist is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Death of a Cyclist

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Cast of Death of a Cyclist

Lucia Bosè

Lucia Bosè

María José de Castro

Alberto Closas

Alberto Closas

Juan Fernández Soler

Bruna Corrà

Bruna Corrà

Matilde Luque Carvajal

Carlos Casaravilla

Carlos Casaravilla

Rafael Sandoval

Otello Toso

Otello Toso

Miguel Castro

Alicia Romay

Alicia Romay

Carmina

Julia Delgado Caro

Julia Delgado Caro

Doña Maria

Matilde Muñoz Sampedro

Matilde Muñoz Sampedro

Cyclist's Neighbor

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Mercedes Albert

Cristina

José Sepúlveda

José Sepúlveda

Commissar

José Prada

José Prada

Dean

Fernando Sancho

Fernando Sancho

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Death of a Cyclist — FAQs

Where can I watch Death of a Cyclist in United States?

Death of a Cyclist is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.

Is Death of a Cyclist on Criterion Channel?

Yes — Death of a Cyclist is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.

What language is Death of a Cyclist in?

Death of a Cyclist is originally in Spanish, with audio tracks including Spanish, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Death of a Cyclist?

Death of a Cyclist runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).

What is Death of a Cyclist rated?

Death of a Cyclist is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 112 ratings.

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