The Barefoot Contessa (1954) is a Drama film that follows a washed-up filmmaker gets a second chance at stardom when he discovers stunning peasant Maria Vargas dancing in a Madrid nightclub. Goaded by his producer, the director convinces Maria to screen test for, and then star in, his next big picture. But as the producer's possessive nature and the realities of stardom weigh on Maria, she seeks a genuine lover with whom she can escape. Currently, you can watch The Barefoot Contessa on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 279 votes. Fans of drama movies may also want to explore similar titles below.