Fando and Lis (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1970, Fando and Lis is a fantasy and adventure film directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky, running about 97 minutes. “See this film before it sees you” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Fando and his partially paralyzed lover Lis search for the mythical city of Tar. Based on Jodorowsky's memories of a play by surrealist Fernando Arrabal.

Who’s in it. Fando and Lis stars Sergio Kleiner as Fando, Diana Mariscal as Lis, María Teresa Rivas as Fando's Mother and Tamara Garina as Pope, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Fando and Lis has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fando and Lis page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fando and Lis tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fando and Lis (1970)?
In US, Fando and Lis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Fando and Lis worth watching?
Fando and Lis holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Fando and Lis?
Fando and Lis stars Sergio Kleiner, Diana Mariscal, María Teresa Rivas, Tamara Garina and Juan José Arreola.
When was Fando and Lis released?
Fando and Lis was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.