Holy Pafnucio (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1977, Holy Pafnucio is a fantasy, drama, music and history film directed by Rafael Corkidi, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Controversial, sexy and surreal tale of a messenger, his journey and encounters with many historical events and people such as Auschwitz, the Ku Klux Klan, Frida Kahlo, Cortés and Emiliano Zapata (as a beautiful woman!)

Who’s in it. Holy Pafnucio stars Pablo Corkidi as Pafnucio Santo, Juan Barrón as Adán / Jesuscristo / revolucionario, Susana Kamini as Patricia Hearst and María de la Luz Zendejas as Frida Kahlo / Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz / Capitán, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Holy Pafnucio 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 Holy Pafnucio page.

If you liked it. Fans of Holy Pafnucio 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 Holy Pafnucio (1977)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Holy Pafnucio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Holy Pafnucio worth watching?
Holy Pafnucio holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, music and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Holy Pafnucio?
Holy Pafnucio stars Pablo Corkidi, Juan Barrón, Susana Kamini, María de la Luz Zendejas and Gina Morett.
When was Holy Pafnucio released?
Holy Pafnucio was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.