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Undertow

2009·Movie·100 min·7.4(125)

A married fisherman struggles to reconcile his devotion to his male lover within his town's rigid traditions.

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Where to watch Undertow in United States

Click a service to open Undertow there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Undertow streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesThe Roku Channel, PlexFandango At Home
IndiaPlex
United KingdomPlexApple TV Store, Amazon Video
CanadaPlex
AustraliaPlex
Germany Neue Visionen Plus Amazon Channel, Plex
FranceAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, PlexApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
SpainPlex
BrazilPlex
JapanPlex

About Undertow

Undertow is a 2009 Spanish-language drama and romance film directed by Javier Fuentes-León. The cast is led by Cristian Mercado, Manolo Cardona, Tatiana Astengo. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Plex.

Undertow was produced by Dynamo and El Calvo Films and made in Colombia and France. It was released on September 23, 2009.

Director
Javier Fuentes-León
Writers
Javier Fuentes-León
Release date
September 23, 2009
Original language
Spanish
Status
Released
Country
Colombia, France
Production
Dynamo, El Calvo Films
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Undertow cast & crew

Undertow was directed by Javier Fuentes-León and written by Javier Fuentes-León.

The cast features Cristian Mercado as Miguel, Manolo Cardona as Santiago, Tatiana Astengo as Mariela, José Chacaltana as Héctor, Attilia Boschetti as Sra. La Rosa, and María Edelmira Palomino as Doña Flor.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Mauricio Vidal.

Is Undertow worth watching?

Undertow holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 125 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and romance, Undertow is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Undertow

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Cast of Undertow

Cristian Mercado

Cristian Mercado

Miguel

Manolo Cardona

Manolo Cardona

Santiago

Tatiana Astengo

Tatiana Astengo

Mariela

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José Chacaltana

Héctor

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Attilia Boschetti

Sra. La Rosa

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María Edelmira Palomino

Doña Flor

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Julio Humberto Cavero

Padre Juan

Haydeé Cáceres

Haydeé Cáceres

Trinidad

Emilram Cossío

Emilram Cossío

Pato

Cindy Díaz

Cindy Díaz

Isaura

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Juan Pablo Olivos

Tano

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Mónica Rossi

Ana

Undertow — FAQs

Where can I watch Undertow in United States?

Undertow is streaming on The Roku Channel, Plex in United States.

Is Undertow on The Roku Channel?

Yes — Undertow is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.

What language is Undertow in?

Undertow is originally in Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Undertow?

Undertow runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Undertow rated?

It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 125 ratings.

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