Forbidden Beach (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.7

Released in 1985, Forbidden Beach is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Enrique Gómez Vadillo, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. An engineer moves into a bungalow on the beach next to a widow and her two boys. The older boy has a bit of an Oedipal complex and seems to like his mom. Of course, that means that no other man can come and break up their "happy" family.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Beach stars José Alonso as Carlos Cuevas, Óscar Alejandro as Michel, Sasha Montenegro as Elena and Luis Mario Quiroz as Armando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Forbidden Beach has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Beach page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Beach tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Beach (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Beach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forbidden Beach worth watching?
- Forbidden Beach holds an audience score of 4.7 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 Forbidden Beach?
- Forbidden Beach stars José Alonso, Óscar Alejandro, Sasha Montenegro, Luis Mario Quiroz and Jaime Garza.
- When was Forbidden Beach released?
- Forbidden Beach was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.