Alias Gardelito (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1961, Alias Gardelito is a drama film directed by Lautaro Murúa, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The title of this story is taken from the name of the great Argentine singer Carlos Gardel, the idol of the antihero Toribio portrayed by Alberto Argibay. Toribio's goal in life is to emulate the famous singer and making his own way successfully in the music business. Yet at the same time, he does not stop his illegal means of making ends meet, stealing and petty thievery. Discouraged when his big break never quite materializes, Toribio heads for disaster when he joins up with a large smuggling scheme.
Who’s in it. Alias Gardelito stars Alberto Argibay as Toribio Torres, alias "Gardelito", Walter Vidarte as Picayo, Tônia Carrero as Pilar and Lautaro Murúa as Ingeniero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Alias Gardelito has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alias Gardelito page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alias Gardelito tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alias Gardelito (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alias Gardelito change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alias Gardelito worth watching?
- Alias Gardelito holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alias Gardelito?
- Alias Gardelito stars Alberto Argibay, Walter Vidarte, Tônia Carrero, Lautaro Murúa and Nora Palmer.
- When was Alias Gardelito released?
- Alias Gardelito was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.