The Pumaman (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 2.6
Released in 1980, The Pumaman is an action and science fiction film directed by Alberto De Martino, running about 97 minutes. “An ancient gold mask with the power to control minds...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Low-budget superhero flick about a young man given a mystical medallion by a South American shaman, in order to become a puma- empowered champion like his father before him. In trying to locate the young man initially, the shaman has the nasty habit of pushing candidates out windows to test them.
Who’s in it. The Pumaman stars Walter George Alton as Prof. Tony Farms / Puma Man, Donald Pleasence as Kobras, Miguel Ángel Fuentes as Vadinho and Sydne Rome as Jane Dobson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.6/10, The Pumaman has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pumaman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pumaman tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pumaman (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pumaman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pumaman worth watching?
- The Pumaman holds an audience score of 2.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pumaman?
- The Pumaman stars Walter George Alton, Donald Pleasence, Miguel Ángel Fuentes, Sydne Rome and Silvano Tranquilli.
- When was The Pumaman released?
- The Pumaman was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.