Platero y yo (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, Platero y yo is a drama film directed by Alfredo Castellón, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. After a long period of absence, living in large and anonymous cities, a poet, Juan, returns to the village of his birth, Moguer, there he finds happiness through; the friendship of a small donkey, Platero, a free spirited girl, Aguedilla, and recalling memories of his childhood.
Who’s in it. Platero y yo stars Simon Martin as Juan Ramón Jiménez, María Cuadra as Aguedilla, José Calvo as Don José and Carlos Casaravilla as Don Carlos, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Platero y yo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Platero y yo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Platero y yo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Platero y yo (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Platero y yo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Platero y yo worth watching?
- Platero y yo holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Platero y yo?
- Platero y yo stars Simon Martin, María Cuadra, José Calvo, Carlos Casaravilla and Antonio Prieto.
- When was Platero y yo released?
- Platero y yo was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.