Pepito and the Monster (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1957, Pepito and the Monster is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Joselito Rodríguez, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. The boy Pepito, is looking for work to help his grandmother, who is not receiving her pension. He wants to be a magician's assistant, and thus begin his problems because a crime happens and a monster appears.
Who’s in it. Pepito and the Monster stars Pepe Romay as Pepito (as Pepito Romay), Titina Romay as Rosita, Prudencia Grifell as Abuelita and Martha Rangel as Katty Soler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Pepito and the Monster has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pepito and the Monster page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pepito and the Monster tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pepito and the Monster (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pepito and the Monster change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pepito and the Monster worth watching?
- Pepito and the Monster holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pepito and the Monster?
- Pepito and the Monster stars Pepe Romay, Titina Romay, Prudencia Grifell, Martha Rangel and Luis Manuel Pelayo.
- When was Pepito and the Monster released?
- Pepito and the Monster was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.