The Student (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 2011, The Student is a drama film directed by Santiago Mitre, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. Roque starts University in Buenos Aires but he is not particularly interested in attending classes or working towards a degree. Instead, he dedicates his time to one of the many groups vying for control of the university, motivated less by grand political ideals than by a wish to get close to Paula, an attractive young teacher heavily involved in internal university politics.
Who’s in it. The Student stars Esteban Lamothe as Roque, Romina Paula as Paula, Ricardo Felix as Alberto Acevedo and Valeria Correa as Valeria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Student 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 The Student page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Student tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Student (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Student change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Student worth watching?
- The Student holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Student?
- The Student stars Esteban Lamothe, Romina Paula, Ricardo Felix, Valeria Correa and Juan Barberini.
- When was The Student released?
- The Student was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.