Santo vs. Doctor Death (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 4.7

Released in 1973, Santo vs. Doctor Death is an action, adventure, horror and science fiction film directed by Rafael Romero Marchent, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Masked Mexican wrestler and superhero Santo plays private investigator, called in by government officials to investigate the mysterious vandalism of a high profile painting. With the help of his two counterparts, he uncovers the truth behind an art collector/chemist who may be murdering female models.
Who’s in it. Santo vs. Doctor Death stars El Santo as Santo, Carlos Romero Marchent as Paul, Agent 9004, Helga Liné as Sara, Mann's Assistant and George Rigaud as Dr. Robert Mann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Santo vs. Doctor Death has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Santo vs. Doctor Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Santo vs. Doctor Death tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Santo vs. Doctor Death (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Santo vs. Doctor Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Santo vs. Doctor Death worth watching?
- Santo vs. Doctor Death holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Santo vs. Doctor Death?
- Santo vs. Doctor Death stars El Santo, Carlos Romero Marchent, Helga Liné, George Rigaud and Antonio Pica.
- When was Santo vs. Doctor Death released?
- Santo vs. Doctor Death was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.
