Motel Destino
Motel Destino, a sex hotel in Northern Brazil, is run by the hot-headed Elias and his restless wife, Dayana. When a young gang member on the run named Heraldo stays at the motel, Dayana becomes intrigued with him. As the two navigate a dance of power and desire, a dangerous plan for freedom emerges.
Where to watch Motel Destino in United States
Can I watch Motel Destino in United States? Yes — you can stream Motel Destino in United States on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Motel Destino there. Availability last verified on August 22, 2026.
Where is Motel Destino streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| India | MUBI | — |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Curzon Home Cinema |
| Canada | Criterion Channel, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | MUBI | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, maxdome Store |
| France | — | Canal VOD, Rakuten TV, Sooner |
| Brazil | Globoplay, Telecine Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | MUBI | — |
| South Korea | MUBI | — |
About Motel Destino
Motel Destino is a 2024 Portuguese-language thriller, drama and romance film directed by Karim Aïnouz. The cast is led by Iago Xavier, Nataly Rocha, Fábio Assunção. It has a runtime of 1h 55m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV.
Motel Destino was produced by Cinema Inflámavel, Gullane Entretenimento, and Telecine and made in Brazil and France. It was released on August 22, 2024, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Karim Aïnouz
- Writers
- Wislan Esmeraldo
- Release date
- August 22, 2024
- Original language
- Portuguese
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Brazil, France
- Production
- Cinema Inflámavel, Gullane Entretenimento, Telecine
Motel Destino cast & crew
Motel Destino was directed by Karim Aïnouz and written by Wislan Esmeraldo.
The cast features Iago Xavier as Heraldo, Nataly Rocha as Dayana, Fábio Assunção as Elias, Renan Capivara as Jorge, Fabíola Líper as Bambina, and Isabela Catão as Marta.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Benedikt Schiefer, cinematography is by Hélène Louvart, and it was produced by Janaina Bernardes and Maurício Macêdo.
Is Motel Destino worth watching?
Motel Destino holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 69 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.
At 1h 55m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy thriller, drama, and romance, Motel Destino is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Motel Destino
In United States, you can stream Motel Destino on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Motel Destino
Iago Xavier
Heraldo
Nataly Rocha
Dayana
Fábio Assunção
Elias
Renan Capivara
Jorge
Fabíola Líper
Bambina
Isabela Catão
Marta
Yuri Yamamoto
Môco
David Santos
Rafael
Jupyra Carvalho
Carol
Bertrand de Courville
Maxime
Jan Moreira
Ed
Edglê Lima
Claudio
Motel Destino — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Motel Destino in United States?
Motel Destino is streaming on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Motel Destino on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Motel Destino is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Motel Destino in?
Motel Destino is originally in Portuguese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Motel Destino?
Motel Destino runs 1 hours 55 minutes (115 minutes).
▸What is Motel Destino rated?
Motel Destino is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 69 ratings.
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