The South (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1988, The South is a drama and music film directed by Fernando E. Solanas, running about 127 minutes.
What it’s about. After the end of the military dictatorship in Argentina in 1983, Floreal is released from prison. Instead of returning to his wife, he wanders through the night of Buenos Aires. He meets some people from his past–most of which are only imaginary–and remembers the events of his imprisonment.
Who’s in it. The South stars Miguel Ángel Solá as Floreal Echegoyen, Philippe Léotard as Roberto, Lito Cruz as El Negro and Roberto Goyeneche as Amado, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The South has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The South page.
If you liked it. Fans of The South tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The South (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The South change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The South worth watching?
- The South holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The South?
- The South stars Miguel Ángel Solá, Philippe Léotard, Lito Cruz, Roberto Goyeneche and Ulises Dumont.
- When was The South released?
- The South was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.