Midaq Alley
“The most awarded film in Mexican history.”
Heated tempers, frustrated desires and dashed hopes plague a diverse group of individuals whose lives cross paths in Mexico City. There is the bar-owner's son, Chava, who yearns to emigrate to America. A poor barber, Abel, is madly in love with the gorgeous Alma, who eventually becomes a high-class prostitute. Finally, there is Susanita, the desperate spinster who pursues many love affairs in hopes of finding a husband.
Where to watch Midaq Alley in United States
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Where is Midaq Alley streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |
About Midaq Alley
Midaq Alley is a 1995 Spanish-language drama film directed by Jorge Fons. The cast is led by Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo, Salma Hayek Pinault. It has a runtime of 2h 20m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome.
Midaq Alley was produced by Alameda Films, Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y las Artes, and Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía and made in Mexico. It was released on May 5, 1995, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Jorge Fons
- Writers
- Vicente Leñero
- Release date
- May 5, 1995
- Original language
- Spanish
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Mexico
- Production
- Alameda Films, Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y las Artes, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Midaq Alley cast & crew
Midaq Alley was directed by Jorge Fons and written by Vicente Leñero.
The cast features Ernesto Gómez Cruz as Don Ru, María Rojo as Doña Cata, Salma Hayek Pinault as Alma, Bruno Bichir as Abel, Delia Casanova as Eusebia, and Margarita Sanz as Susanita.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Lucía Álvarez, cinematography is by Carlos Marcovich, and it was produced by Georgina Balzaretti and Alfredo Ripstein Jr..
Is Midaq Alley worth watching?
Midaq Alley holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 71 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 20m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Midaq Alley is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Midaq Alley
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Cast of Midaq Alley
Ernesto Gómez Cruz
Don Ru
María Rojo
Doña Cata
Salma Hayek Pinault
Alma
Bruno Bichir
Abel
Delia Casanova
Eusebia
Margarita Sanz
Susanita
Claudio Obregón
Don Fidel
Juan Manuel Bernal
Chava
Abel Woolrich
Zacarías
Luis Felipe Tovar
Güicho
Daniel Giménez Cacho
José Luis
Gina Morett
Doña Flor
Midaq Alley — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Midaq Alley in United States?
Midaq Alley is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome in United States.
▸Is Midaq Alley on Kanopy?
Yes — Midaq Alley is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Midaq Alley in?
Midaq Alley is originally in Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Midaq Alley?
Midaq Alley runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
▸What is Midaq Alley rated?
Midaq Alley is rated NR. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 71 ratings.
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