The Amateur (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1999, The Amateur is a notable film directed by Juan Bautista Stagnaro, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. On the outskirts of a provincial town, Pajaro is determined to enter the Guinness Book of Records by breaking the longest bike-ride record. He rides around the fountain in the square with the help of his friend, Lopecito. He is willing to face many challenges, in attaining this new record. Will this race open the path to love for him, and for his redemption?
Who’s in it. The Amateur stars Mauricio Dayub as Alfonso 'Pájaro' Romero, Pedro Heredia as Ramón, Vando Villamil as Lopecito and Arturo Goetz as Concejal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Amateur 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 The Amateur page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Amateur (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Amateur change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Amateur worth watching?
- The Amateur holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Amateur?
- The Amateur stars Mauricio Dayub, Pedro Heredia, Vando Villamil, Arturo Goetz and Carlos Lanari.
- When was The Amateur released?
- The Amateur was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.