Requiem for a Gringo (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1968, Requiem for a Gringo is a western film directed by José Luis Merino, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Returning home, Ross Logan immediately gets into conflict with the Carranza gang, which had just crossed the Mexican border and has occupied a nearby Hacienda. After his brother is killed he plans a cold blooded revenge for which he separates the gang's most dangerous members by using their individual weak points and the general discordance amongst them. The time for the final confrontation is set by the astronomically interested Logan amidst an eclipse.
Who’s in it. Requiem for a Gringo stars Lang Jeffries as Ross Logan/Gringo, Fernando Sancho as Porfirio Carranza, Carlo Gaddi as Ted Corby/Corbin and Femi Benussi as Alma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Requiem for a Gringo 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 Requiem for a Gringo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Requiem for a Gringo tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Requiem for a Gringo (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Requiem for a Gringo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Requiem for a Gringo worth watching?
- Requiem for a Gringo holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Requiem for a Gringo?
- Requiem for a Gringo stars Lang Jeffries, Fernando Sancho, Carlo Gaddi, Femi Benussi and Aldo Sambrell.
- When was Requiem for a Gringo released?
- Requiem for a Gringo was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.