Barrio Tales (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2012, Barrio Tales is a horror film directed by Jarret Tarnol, running about 84 minutes. “Welcome to Barrio Amigos!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two American teenagers in search of cheap drugs, trespass into the seedy town of Barrio, Mexico. What they find instead is a disturbed story teller and three tales filled with blood, witches and a cannibalistic taco chef.
Who’s in it. Barrio Tales stars Alexander Aguila as The Poet, Carson Aune as Cal, Adam Beesely as Pedro and Maritza Brikisak as Abuela, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Barrio Tales has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barrio Tales page.
If you liked it. Fans of Barrio Tales tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Barrio Tales (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Barrio Tales change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Barrio Tales worth watching?
- Barrio Tales holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Barrio Tales?
- Barrio Tales stars Alexander Aguila, Carson Aune, Adam Beesely, Maritza Brikisak and Glen Powell.
- When was Barrio Tales released?
- Barrio Tales was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.