El Noa Noa (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1981, El Noa Noa is a drama, romance and music film directed by Gonzalo Martínez Ortega, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Juan Gabriel became one of the most popular Mexican singer-songwriters, beginning his career in this Ciudad Juárez cabaret. This is his story.
Who’s in it. El Noa Noa stars Mercedes Carreño as Mercedes, Juan Gabriel as Alberto, Mercedes Carreño as Mercedes and Federico Villa as Lupillo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, El Noa Noa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Noa Noa page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Noa Noa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Noa Noa (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Noa Noa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Noa Noa worth watching?
- El Noa Noa holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Noa Noa?
- El Noa Noa stars Mercedes Carreño, Juan Gabriel, Mercedes Carreño, Federico Villa and Leonor Llausás.
- When was El Noa Noa released?
- El Noa Noa was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.