The Spaniard Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Spaniard.
The Spaniard Ending Explained: In England, Don Pedro de Barrego meets Dolores Annesley, and he decides he must have her. Directed by Raoul Walsh, this 1925 drama film stars Ricardo Cortez (Don Pedro de Barrego), alongside Jetta Goudal as Dolores Annesley, Noah Beery as Gómez, Mathilde Brundage as Senora de la Carta. With a 8/10 audience rating, the ending has been widely praised.
What Happens at the End of The Spaniard?
In England, Don Pedro de Barrego meets Dolores Annesley, and he decides he must have her. Dolores, however, refuses to have anything to do with him. Later, when she visits Spain, she discovers he is a famous bullfighter.
Raoul Walsh's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Ricardo Cortez (Don Pedro de Barrego)'s journey. Dolores, however, refuses to have anything to do with him.
How Does Ricardo Cortez (Don Pedro de Barrego)'s Story End?
- Ricardo Cortez: Ricardo Cortez's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Raoul Walsh delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 1h 10m runtime.
- Jetta Goudal (Dolores Annesley): Jetta Goudal's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Noah Beery (Gómez): Noah Beery's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Spaniard Mean?
The Spaniard concludes with Raoul Walsh reinforcing the drama themes established throughout the film. The final moments with Ricardo Cortez leave a lasting impression — the ending is both a resolution and a statement about the story's central questions.