Movie

The Illegal

★ 6.7(3)19791h 42m

The Illegal 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 The Illegal

🇲🇽 Mexico

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Good to know

Director: Arturo Ripstein
Release date: 1979-02-26
Runtime: 1h 42m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: Televicine

About The Illegal

The Illegal is a 1979 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Arturo Ripstein, starring Lucía Méndez, Pedro Armendáriz Jr. and Cristina Moreno. It has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Illegal in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Deceived over and over again by the whole world, a woman does not want to give up in the face of life's adversities.

Cast

Lucía Méndez

Claudia Bernal

Pedro Armendáriz Jr.

Felipe Leyva

Cristina Moreno

Jennifer Leyva

Gina Morett

Carmen Ortega

Carlos Castañon

Coyote

Claudio Martínez

Jorge Patiño

Don Tony

Fernando Allende

Gabriel Ramirez

Jorge Luke

Sally Kirkland

Don Tony's Girlfriend

Carlos Nieto

Detective

Ray Stricklyn

Ins Officer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Illegal in Mexico?+

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

Is The Illegal on Netflix?+

The Illegal is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Illegal?+

The Illegal has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Who stars in The Illegal?+

The Illegal stars Lucía Méndez, Pedro Armendáriz Jr., Cristina Moreno, Gina Morett and Carlos Castañon.

When did The Illegal come out?+

The Illegal is a 1979 movie directed by Arturo Ripstein.

What genre is The Illegal?+

The Illegal is Drama film.

Who directed The Illegal?+

The Illegal was directed by Arturo Ripstein.