Faust (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2019, Faust is a fantasy and horror film directed by Andrea Bussmann, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. On the Oaxacan coast of Mexico, rumblings of previous times are never far from the surface. Tales of shapeshifting, telepathy and dealings with the Devil are embedded in the colonization and enslavement of the Americas. Characters from the Faust legend mingle with the inhabitants, while attempting to colonize and control nature through a seemingly never-ending building project. Through literature, myth and local entanglements, the frontier between reality and fiction, and the seen and unseen, no longer apply.
Who’s in it. Faust stars Victor Pueyo, Fernando Renjifo, Ziad Chakaroun and Alberto Núñez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Faust has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Faust page.
If you liked it. Fans of Faust tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Faust (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Faust change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Faust worth watching?
- Faust holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Faust?
- Faust stars Victor Pueyo, Fernando Renjifo, Ziad Chakaroun, Alberto Núñez and Gabino Rodríguez.
- When was Faust released?
- Faust was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.