El Leyton (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2003, El Leyton is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Gonzalo Justiniano, running about 95 minutes. “Until death do us apart” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Leyton and his lifelong friend Modesto are both fishermen and as close as brothers, but very different in temperament. The braggart Modesto is a slave to progress, while the more unpretentious Leyton is content with the simple life. Modesto marries Marta, a beautiful young naïf, who longs for the sexual fulfillment Modesto is incapable of providing. And, just as Modesto captures creatures from the sea in his net, it isn't long before the cruel web of destiny entangles Marta and her lover Leyton in a tragic triangle.
Who’s in it. El Leyton stars Juan Pablo Sáez as Leyton, Siboney Lo as Marta, Luis Wigdorsky Jr. as Modesto and Gabriela Hernández as Josefa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, El Leyton has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Leyton page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Leyton tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Leyton (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Leyton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Leyton worth watching?
- El Leyton holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Leyton?
- El Leyton stars Juan Pablo Sáez, Siboney Lo, Luis Wigdorsky Jr., Gabriela Hernández and Ramón Llao.
- When was El Leyton released?
- El Leyton was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.