The Last News (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2015, The Last News is a drama film directed by Alejandro Legaspi, running about 99 minutes. “When reporting the truth can cost you your life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a town in the southern Andes in Peru, a DJ from a local radio station decides to start a news report to share the stories from the victims of the Maoist guerrilla of the Shinning Path, as well as the brutal repression from the police and military forces during the Civil War that took place in the 80s and early 90s in the country. Due to this risky job, he'll be seen as an "enemy" for both of the parties in conflict, jeopardizing the news report as well as his own life.
Who’s in it. The Last News stars Jorge Chiarella, Emilram Cossío, Lucho Cáceres and Daniel Lazo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Last News 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 The Last News page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last News tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last News (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last News change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last News worth watching?
- The Last News holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last News?
- The Last News stars Jorge Chiarella, Emilram Cossío, Lucho Cáceres, Daniel Lazo and Julián Legaspi.
- When was The Last News released?
- The Last News was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.