Bulgarian Lovers (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2003, Bulgarian Lovers is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Eloy de la Iglesia, running about 101 minutes. “Beware of love in radioactive packages.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Graying Spaniard Daniel has a healthy budget for indulging in the finer things in life. Daniel's favorite luxury is playing sponsor to younger men amid the lights and sights of Madrid's gay club scene. After Daniel shares a night with handsome Bulgarian emigre Kyril, he finds himself consumed with an insatiable lust for the charismatic foreigner. But, as their relationship takes shape, Daniel's latest conquest reveals his own manipulative tendencies.
Who’s in it. Bulgarian Lovers stars Fernando Guillén Cuervo as Daniel, Dritan Biba as Kyril, Pepón Nieto as Gildo and Roger Pera as Abogado, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Bulgarian Lovers 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 Bulgarian Lovers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bulgarian Lovers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bulgarian Lovers (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bulgarian Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bulgarian Lovers worth watching?
- Bulgarian Lovers holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bulgarian Lovers?
- Bulgarian Lovers stars Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Dritan Biba, Pepón Nieto, Roger Pera and Anita Sinkovic.
- When was Bulgarian Lovers released?
- Bulgarian Lovers was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.