800 Bullets (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2002, 800 Bullets is an action, comedy and western film directed by Álex de la Iglesia, running about 124 minutes. “Let the battle begin…” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Almería, Tabernas desert, Spain, 2002. Texas Hollywood is a dilapidated and dusty town where Western movies have not been shot for decades. Julián Torralba and his partners, veteran film stuntmen, survive there, recreating pathetic action scenes for the pleasure of the few foreign tourists who visit the isolated region.

Who’s in it. 800 Bullets stars Sancho Gracia as Julián, Ángel de Andrés López as 'Cheyenne', Carmen Maura as Laura and Eusebio Poncela as Scott, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, 800 Bullets has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.9M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 800 Bullets page.

If you liked it. Fans of 800 Bullets tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 800 Bullets (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 800 Bullets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 800 Bullets worth watching?
800 Bullets holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 800 Bullets?
800 Bullets stars Sancho Gracia, Ángel de Andrés López, Carmen Maura, Eusebio Poncela and Luis Castro.
When was 800 Bullets released?
800 Bullets was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.