La batalla del domingo (1963): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1963, La batalla del domingo is a drama film directed by Luis Marquina, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. Alfredo Di Stéfano plays himself, not as a soccer player but as a man, husband and father. This is a personal portrait of the mythical athlete, in the decline of his career. Film made to the greater glory of the football player Alfredo Di Stefano. In principle it is a portrait of manners of the life of the athlete at the time of professional retirement. Filmed by Luis Marquina, " The Battle of Sunday " mixes the form of a conventional film with the topics of biographical documentaries. However, the film was an important public success, given the importance of Di Stefano in Spanish football.

Who’s in it. La batalla del domingo stars Manuel Alexandre as Gángster #1, Queta Claver as Irma del Plata, Ángel de Andrés as Pepe, el limpiabotas and Alfredo Di Stéfano as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, La batalla del domingo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La batalla del domingo page.

If you liked it. Fans of La batalla del domingo tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.