The Naked City (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1989, The Naked City is a thriller and drama film directed by Gabriel Retes, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A gritty tale of survival set against a city ripe with violence and corruption. The Naked City tells the tale of Alfonso and Aurelia, who with their infant daughter flee the scene of a traffic accident they inadvertently caused, leaving several people seriously injured. On the run, they check into a hotel in a different part of the town. By coincidence, or fate, the hotel is about to be attacked by a violent gang, who resume to hold everyone hostage, moving room to room raping, killing and brutalizing the guests. When it is turn to visit with the young couple it is their time to decide to succumb to the violence, or fight back.
Who’s in it. The Naked City stars Damián Alcázar as La Suavecita, Pedro Altamirano as Chilín, Martin Barraza as Alfonso and Carlos Chávez as Abel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Naked City has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Naked City page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Naked City tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Naked City (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Naked City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Naked City worth watching?
- The Naked City holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Naked City?
- The Naked City stars Damián Alcázar, Pedro Altamirano, Martin Barraza, Carlos Chávez and Ignacio Elizarraras.
- When was The Naked City released?
- The Naked City was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.