Movie

The Shadow of the Tyrant

★ 7.0(14)19602h 9m

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Good to know

Director: Julio Bracho
Release date: 1960-08-22
Runtime: 2h 9m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (STPC)

The Shadow of the Tyrant — trailer

About The Shadow of the Tyrant

The Shadow of the Tyrant is a 1960 movie in the History, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Julio Bracho, starring Tito Junco, Roberto Cañedo and Tito Novaro. It has a runtime of 2 hours 9 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shadow of the Tyrant in Sweden — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1920s Mexico, the candidates being chosen to succeed the current president, El Caudillo, find themselves at his mercy as he will resort to anything to accomplish his will, including kidnapping, betrayal, and murder.

Cast

Tito Junco

General Ignacio Aguirre

Roberto Cañedo

Presidente Cámara de diputados

Tito Novaro

Diputado

Tomás Perrín

Diputado Axcaná González

Bárbara Gil

Rosario

Miguel Ángel Ferriz Sr.

El Caudillo

Ignacio López Tarso

General Hilario Jiménez

Carlos López Moctezuma

Diputado Emilio Olivier Fernández

Víctor Manuel Mendoza

General Elizondo

Fernando Mendoza

Diputado Juan Manuel Mijares

Agustín Isunza

Remigio Tarabana

Prudencia Grifell

Dueña de burdel

Themes & keywords

mexicobased on novel or bookgeneralpolitical partypresidentpolitical intrigue candidatefiring squadvaudeville act1920s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shadow of the Tyrant in Sweden?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Sweden. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Shadow of the Tyrant on Netflix?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant is not on Netflix in Sweden right now.

How long is The Shadow of the Tyrant?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant has a runtime of 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).

Who stars in The Shadow of the Tyrant?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant stars Tito Junco, Roberto Cañedo, Tito Novaro, Tomás Perrín and Bárbara Gil.

When did The Shadow of the Tyrant come out?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant is a 1960 movie directed by Julio Bracho.

What genre is The Shadow of the Tyrant?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant is History, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed The Shadow of the Tyrant?+

The Shadow of the Tyrant was directed by Julio Bracho.