Habana Blues (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2005, Habana Blues is a drama film directed by Benito Zambrano, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. When Spanish record producers express interest in Cuban musicians Ruy and Tito, the longtime friends are faced with the prospect of leaving their loved ones behind. After years of hoping and dreaming, they've finally earned the opportunity to bring their music to the rest of the world. But are the emotional trade-offs worth it in the end?
Who’s in it. Habana Blues stars Alberto Yoel as Ruy, Roberto San Martín as Tito, Yailene Sierra as Caridad and Mayra Rodríguez as Lucía.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Habana Blues 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 Habana Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Habana Blues tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Habana Blues (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Habana Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Habana Blues worth watching?
- Habana Blues holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Habana Blues?
- Habana Blues stars Alberto Yoel, Roberto San Martín, Yailene Sierra and Mayra Rodríguez.
- When was Habana Blues released?
- Habana Blues was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.