Alone (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1999, Alone is a drama film directed by Benito Zambrano, running about 101 minutes. “Go deep, fear nothing, look for escape and be brave.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Maria, whose parents live in the country, cannot stand her father's authoritarian ways and moves to the city. She finds a job as a cleaner and tries to survive in a wretched apartment in the shabby part of a big city. She is pregnant, and the fact that her boyfriend has abandoned her does not help matters. When her father goes to the hospital for an operation, her mother comes to stay with her. Her neighbor, an old recluse whose only friend is his dog, begins to come out of his shell and these three lost souls try to give each other the strength to start over.
Who’s in it. Alone stars María Galiana as Madre, Ana Fernández as María, Carlos Álvarez-Nóvoa as Vecino and Juan Fernández as Juan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Alone has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alone (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alone worth watching?
- Alone holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Alone?
- Alone stars María Galiana, Ana Fernández, Carlos Álvarez-Nóvoa, Juan Fernández and Antonio Dechent.
- When was Alone released?
- Alone was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.