The life of Fernando Farinha, from kid where he ran away to school - to sing the fado, and the condescension of the parents, although aspiring to have an "honest" job.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Fernando FarinhaHimself, the fado singer | Himself, the fado singer |
 Leónia MendesFernando's mother | Fernando's mother |
| RRudolfo NevesChico das Fragatas | Chico das Fragatas |
| CCunha MarquesFernando's father | Fernando's father |
 Júlia BuiselRosa | Rosa |
| SSidónio GonçalvesFernando Farinha (as a boy) | Fernando Farinha (as a boy) |
| DDiana MarquesRosa | Rosa |
| RRuy CastelarNot listed | Not listed |