The Fungi Man (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1976, The Fungi Man is a drama, romance and history film directed by Roberto Gavaldón, running about 110 minutes. “There are women and mushrooms that can cause death ... A black servant was chosen to prove both before anyone else” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Racial conflicts, love triangles and the awakening of passion will lead to disaster for a decadent aristocratic family in the newly independent Mexico.
Who’s in it. The Fungi Man stars Adolfo Marsillach as Everardo / father, Isela Vega as Elvira / Mother, Ofelia Medina as Lucila / daughter and Fernando Allende as Sebastian / son, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Fungi Man 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 Fungi Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fungi Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fungi Man (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fungi Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fungi Man worth watching?
- The Fungi Man holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fungi Man?
- The Fungi Man stars Adolfo Marsillach, Isela Vega, Ofelia Medina, Fernando Allende and Philip Michael Thomas.
- When was The Fungi Man released?
- The Fungi Man was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.