Roosters (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1993, Roosters is a drama film directed by Robert M. Young, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Gallo Morales is the proud patriach returning home after a seven-year stint for manslaughter. Seeking to re-establish his legendary status as a champion breeder, he comes back for the rooster bred by his father. But it is Hector, his son who inherits the prize-winning bird and neither are about to give in. The fall-out from their conflict has consequences for the whole family, especially for Angela, the sensitive 14-year-old daughter unable to cope with the brutal world that surrounds her and her own emerging womanhood, despite the best efforts of Juana, her strong but long-suffering mother.
Who’s in it. Roosters stars Edward James Olmos as Gallo Morales, Sarah Lassez as Angela Estelle Morales, Sônia Braga as Juana Morales and María Conchita Alonso as Chata, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Roosters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roosters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roosters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roosters (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roosters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Roosters worth watching?
- Roosters holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Roosters?
- Roosters stars Edward James Olmos, Sarah Lassez, Sônia Braga, María Conchita Alonso and Danny Nucci.
- When was Roosters released?
- Roosters was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.