Movie

Midaq Alley

“The most awarded film in Mexican history.”

★ 7.2(72)19952h 20m

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Good to know

Director: Jorge Fons
Release date: 1995-05-05
Runtime: 2h 20m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: Alameda Films

Midaq Alley — trailer

About Midaq Alley

Midaq Alley is a 1995 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jorge Fons, starring Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo and Salma Hayek Pinault. It has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 72 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Midaq Alley in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Heated tempers, frustrated desires and dashed hopes plague a diverse group of individuals whose lives cross paths in Mexico City. There is the bar-owner's son, Chava, who yearns to emigrate to America. A poor barber, Abel, is madly in love with the gorgeous Alma, who eventually becomes a high-class prostitute. Finally, there is Susanita, the desperate spinster who pursues many love affairs in hopes of finding a husband.

Cast

Ernesto Gómez Cruz

Don Ru

María Rojo

Doña Cata

Salma Hayek Pinault

Alma

Bruno Bichir

Abel

Delia Casanova

Eusebia

Margarita Sanz

Susanita

Claudio Obregón

Don Fidel

Juan Manuel Bernal

Chava

Abel Woolrich

Zacarías

Luis Felipe Tovar

Güicho

Daniel Giménez Cacho

José Luis

Gina Morett

Doña Flor

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Midaq Alley in New Zealand?+

Midaq Alley is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Midaq Alley on Netflix?+

Midaq Alley is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Midaq Alley?+

Midaq Alley has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

Who stars in Midaq Alley?+

Midaq Alley stars Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo, Salma Hayek Pinault, Bruno Bichir and Delia Casanova.

When did Midaq Alley come out?+

Midaq Alley is a 1995 movie directed by Jorge Fons.

What genre is Midaq Alley?+

Midaq Alley is Drama film.

Who directed Midaq Alley?+

Midaq Alley was directed by Jorge Fons.