Those Years (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1974, Those Years is a drama, war and history film directed by Felipe Cazals, running about 142 minutes.

What it’s about. President Juárez fights against the conservatives, who have ordered an emperor to be brought from France to govern Mexico

Who’s in it. Those Years stars Jorge Martínez de Hoyos as Benito Juárez, Helena Rojo as Emperatriz Carlota, Mario Almada as Mariano Escobedo and Julián Pastor as Jesús González Ortega, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Those Years 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 Those Years page.

If you liked it. Fans of Those Years tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Those Years (1974)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Those Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Those Years worth watching?
Those Years holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Those Years?
Those Years stars Jorge Martínez de Hoyos, Helena Rojo, Mario Almada, Julián Pastor and Ofelia Guilmáin.
When was Those Years released?
Those Years was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.