Movie

Macario

“Macabre, haunting and wonderful”

★ 8.7(214)19601h 31m

Macario isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Mexico right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

Where to watch Macario

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Good to know

Director: Roberto Gavaldón
Release date: 1960-06-09
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: Clasa Films Mundiales

About Macario

Macario is a 1960 movie in the Drama and Fantasy genres, directed by Roberto Gavaldón, starring Ignacio López Tarso, Pina Pellicer and Enrique Lucero. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.7/10 from 214 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Macario in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death. Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition.

Cast

Ignacio López Tarso

Macario

Pina Pellicer

Esposa de Macario

Enrique Lucero

La muerte

Mario Alberto Rodríguez

Don Ramiro

José Gálvez

El Demonio

Eduardo Fajardo

Virrey

Consuelo Frank

Virreina

José Dupeyrón

Celia Tejeda

Chona

Luis Aceves Castañeda

Verdugo infartado (uncredited)

Miguel Arenas

Inquisidor (uncredited)

Alfredo Wally Barrón

Don Alfredo, panadero (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

mexicobased on novel or bookinquisitionhungerhunger striketorturedevildeathstarvationdepiction of godstarving childdía de muertosreligious allegory

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Macario in Mexico?+

Macario is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Macario on Netflix?+

Macario is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Macario?+

Macario has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in Macario?+

Macario stars Ignacio López Tarso, Pina Pellicer, Enrique Lucero, Mario Alberto Rodríguez and José Gálvez.

When did Macario come out?+

Macario is a 1960 movie directed by Roberto Gavaldón.

What genre is Macario?+

Macario is Drama and Fantasy film.

Who directed Macario?+

Macario was directed by Roberto Gavaldón.