Life Sentence (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1979, Life Sentence is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Arturo Ripstein, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. After being released from jail, "Tarzan" Lira seeks to rebuild his life as a bank employee. Unfortunately, it might not be as easy as he thinks.
Who’s in it. Life Sentence stars Pedro Armendáriz Jr. as Javier Lira "El Tarzán", Narciso Busquets as Commander Prieto, Ernesto Gómez Cruz as Corporal Pantoja and Ana Ofelia Murguía as Mrs. Romero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Life Sentence 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 Life Sentence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Life Sentence tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Life Sentence (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life Sentence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Life Sentence worth watching?
- Life Sentence holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Life Sentence?
- Life Sentence stars Pedro Armendáriz Jr., Narciso Busquets, Ernesto Gómez Cruz, Ana Ofelia Murguía and Roberto Cobo.
- When was Life Sentence released?
- Life Sentence was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.