The Mark of Zorro (1940)
Kernel Score: 77% · 223 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Adventure, Romance, Action
Released: 1940-11-08
Runtime: 94 minutes
Where to watch The Mark of Zorro
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 1820 Spain, the son of a California nobleman comes home to find his native land under a villainous dictatorship. On one hand, he plays the useless fop, while on the other, he is the masked avenger Zorro.
The Mark of Zorro parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Mark of Zorro (1940) is a classic swashbuckler in which a masked hero fights a corrupt governor with swordplay and disguise.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features sword fights and swashbuckling action typical of classic adventure films, without graphic gore.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) — 88%
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- The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) — 85%
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- Captain Blood (1935) — 80%
- The Swordsman (2020) — 85%
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Director
Rouben Mamoulian
Cast
- Tyrone Power as Don Diego Vega, aka Zorro
- Linda Darnell as Lolita Quintero
- Basil Rathbone as Captain Esteban Pasquale
- Gale Sondergaard as Inez Quintero
- Eugene Pallette as Friar Felipe
- J. Edward Bromberg as Don Luis B. Quintero
- Montagu Love as Don Alejandro Vega
- Janet Beecher as Senora Isabella Vega
- George Regas as Sergeant Gonzales
- Chris-Pin Martin as Turnkey
The Mark of Zorro FAQ
Is The Mark of Zorro good?
The Mark of Zorro has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 223 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Mark of Zorro?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Mark of Zorro OK for kids?
The Mark of Zorro is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Mark of Zorro (1940) is a classic swashbuckler in which a masked hero fights a corrupt governor with swordplay and disguise.
What movies are like The Mark of Zorro?
If you liked The Mark of Zorro, try The Count of Monte Cristo, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, The Adventures of Robin Hood and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End.