The Fifth Commandment (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 2012, The Fifth Commandment is a thriller film directed by Rafa Lara, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Víctor, a psychopath, loves carving crosses onto women post-mortem, blames paedophile priest and mother-in-denial for his behaviour, falls in love with one of his intended victims and decides to give up his adopted lifestyle. An alcoholic detective (he’s mourning his sister’s passing), eventually tracks down Víctor, and manages to break his habit with the bottle.
Who’s in it. The Fifth Commandment stars Ilean Almaguer, Angélica Aragón, Tomás Goros and Alberto Guerra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, The Fifth Commandment has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fifth Commandment page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fifth Commandment tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fifth Commandment (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fifth Commandment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fifth Commandment worth watching?
- The Fifth Commandment holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fifth Commandment?
- The Fifth Commandment stars Ilean Almaguer, Angélica Aragón, Tomás Goros, Alberto Guerra and Jimena Guerra.
- When was The Fifth Commandment released?
- The Fifth Commandment was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.