El otro (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1986, El otro is a drama film directed by Arturo Ripstein, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A novelist travels to the country to learn the problems of a friend's shy son and runs into an intruder.
Who’s in it. El otro stars Rafael Sánchez Navarro as Armando Heredia, Ignacio López Tarso as Sr. Tabares, Juan Ignacio Aranda as Luis and Abel Salazar as Sr. Heredia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, El otro has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El otro page.
If you liked it. Fans of El otro tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El otro (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El otro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El otro worth watching?
- El otro holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El otro?
- El otro stars Rafael Sánchez Navarro, Ignacio López Tarso, Juan Ignacio Aranda, Abel Salazar and Patricia Rivera.
- When was El otro released?
- El otro was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.