Zama
In a remote South American colony in the late 18th century, officer Zama of the Spanish crown waits in vain for a transfer to a more prestigious location. He suffers small humiliations and petty politicking as he increasingly succumbs to lust and paranoia.
Where to watch Zama in United States
Metrograph
Strand Releasing Amazon Channel
Kanopy
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Zama there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Zama streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Metrograph, Strand Releasing Amazon Channel, Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Australia | Beamafilm | Apple TV Store, Beamafilm |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video |
| France | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | Sooner, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
| Spain | Filmin | Rakuten TV |
| Japan | MUBI | — |
| South Korea | MUBI | — |
About Zama
Zama is a 2017 Spanish-language drama and history film directed by Lucrecia Martel. The cast is led by Daniel Giménez Cacho, Lola Dueñas, Matheus Nachtergaele. It has a runtime of 1h 55m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Metrograph, Strand Releasing Amazon Channel, Kanopy.
Zama was produced by Bananeira Filmes, Canana, and El Deseo and made in Argentina and Brazil. It was released on September 28, 2017.
- Director
- Lucrecia Martel
- Writers
- Lucrecia Martel
- Release date
- September 28, 2017
- Original language
- Spanish
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Argentina, Brazil
- Production
- Bananeira Filmes, Canana, El Deseo
Zama cast & crew
Zama was directed by Lucrecia Martel and written by Lucrecia Martel.
The cast features Daniel Giménez Cacho as Don Diego de Zama, Lola Dueñas as Luciana Piñares de Luenga, Matheus Nachtergaele as Vicuña Porto / Gaspar Toledo, Juan Minujín as Ventura Prieto, Nahuel Cano as Manuel Fernández, and Mariana Nunes as Malemba.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Rui Poças and it was produced by Vânia Catani and Benjamín Doménech.
Is Zama worth watching?
Zama holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 178 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 55m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, Zama is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Zama
In United States, you can stream Zama on Metrograph, Strand Releasing Amazon Channel, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Zama
Daniel Giménez Cacho
Don Diego de Zama
Lola Dueñas
Luciana Piñares de Luenga
Matheus Nachtergaele
Vicuña Porto / Gaspar Toledo
Juan Minujín
Ventura Prieto
Nahuel Cano
Manuel Fernández
Mariana Nunes
Malemba
Carlos Defeo
El Oriental
Rafael Spregelburd
Capitán Hipólito Parrilla
Daniel Veronese
Gobernador II
Germán de Silva
Indalecio
Willy Lemos
Obispo
Vando Villamil
Ministro Contador
Zama — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Zama in United States?
Zama is streaming on Metrograph, Strand Releasing Amazon Channel, Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Zama on Metrograph?
Yes — Zama is currently available on Metrograph in United States.
▸What language is Zama in?
Zama is originally in Spanish, with audio tracks including Guarani, Portuguese, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Zama?
Zama runs 1 hours 55 minutes (115 minutes).
▸What is Zama rated?
It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 178 ratings.
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