A Message to Garcia (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, A Message to Garcia is a drama and romance film directed by George Marshall, running about 77 minutes. “3 GREAT STARS AT THEIR GREATEST IN A GLORIOUS AND BOISTEROUS VENTURE THAT DECIDED THE FATE OF THREE NATIONS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fiery Cuban woman guides an emissary from the U.S. president through the jungles of war-torn Cuba.
Who’s in it. A Message to Garcia stars Wallace Beery as Sgt. Dory, Barbara Stanwyck as Raphaelita Maderos, John Boles as Lt. Andrew Rowan and Alan Hale as Dr. Ivan Krug, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Message to Garcia has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Message to Garcia page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Message to Garcia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Message to Garcia (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Message to Garcia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Message to Garcia worth watching?
- A Message to Garcia holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Message to Garcia?
- A Message to Garcia stars Wallace Beery, Barbara Stanwyck, John Boles, Alan Hale and Herbert Mundin.
- When was A Message to Garcia released?
- A Message to Garcia was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.