The Gangster (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1965, The Gangster is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Luis Alcoriza, running about 98 minutes. “An explosion of good humor and mischief!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An old gangster returns from the United States to Mexico City to live with his sister-in-law and his two nephews, where he will face the daily life of a middle-class family.
Who’s in it. The Gangster stars Arturo de Córdova as Antonio Paredes / Tony Wall, Ana Luisa Peluffo as Isabel, Sofía Álvarez as Margot / Maggie la verde and Angélica María as Carito, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Gangster has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gangster page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gangster tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gangster (1965)?
- In US, The Gangster is available to stream on fuboTV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Gangster worth watching?
- The Gangster holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gangster?
- The Gangster stars Arturo de Córdova, Ana Luisa Peluffo, Sofía Álvarez, Angélica María and David Reynoso.
- When was The Gangster released?
- The Gangster was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.