Friar Juan (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1970, Friar Juan is a comedy film directed by René Cardona Jr., running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A Dominican friar finds himself wrapped in tangled skirts because he is mistaken for his twin brother, a womanizer.
Who’s in it. Friar Juan stars Mauricio Garcés as Juan Primero - Juan Segundo, Luis Manuel Pelayo as Sócrates, the Buttler, Lorena Velázquez as Claudia, the Pilot's wife and Gina Romand as Caridad la de Camagüey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Friar Juan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Friar Juan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Friar Juan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Friar Juan (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Friar Juan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Friar Juan worth watching?
- Friar Juan holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Friar Juan?
- Friar Juan stars Mauricio Garcés, Luis Manuel Pelayo, Lorena Velázquez, Gina Romand and Norma Lazareno.
- When was Friar Juan released?
- Friar Juan was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.