The Man with the Giant Hat (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1950, The Man with the Giant Hat is a horror film directed by Guillermo Andreu, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Dramatizes one of the most famous legends of Guatemala: The tale of 'El Sombreron' or 'The man with the giant hat' who is considered to be a most frightening specter.
Who’s in it. The Man with the Giant Hat stars Antonio Almorza as Dorian, Paco Pérez as Ciriaco, Guillermo Andreu as Ramón and Sally Polantinos as Rosalía, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Man with the Giant Hat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man with the Giant Hat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man with the Giant Hat tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man with the Giant Hat (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man with the Giant Hat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man with the Giant Hat worth watching?
- The Man with the Giant Hat holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man with the Giant Hat?
- The Man with the Giant Hat stars Antonio Almorza, Paco Pérez, Guillermo Andreu, Sally Polantinos and Mario Mendoza Hidalgo.
- When was The Man with the Giant Hat released?
- The Man with the Giant Hat was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.