Yanco (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1961, Yanco is a drama film directed by Servando González, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The engaging and sentimental tale begins when the little boy (Ricardo Ancona) starts manifesting a greater and greater talent at music and at the same time, a supersensitivity to sounds. His overly astute hearing drives him into the woods and away from the cacophony of the town's hustle and bustle. Once in the woods, he meets a kindly old hermit who teaches him how to play the violin he made. After the old man dies, the violin ends up at a pawn shop, and each night the boy sneaks in to play it in secret. It is this haunting, nightly music that sets the town on edge -- people think an evil spirit is on the loose.
Who’s in it. Yanco stars Ricardo Ancona as Juanito, Jesús Medina as Old Man and María Bustamante as Maria.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Yanco 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 Yanco page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yanco tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yanco (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yanco change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yanco worth watching?
- Yanco holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yanco?
- Yanco stars Ricardo Ancona, Jesús Medina and María Bustamante.
- When was Yanco released?
- Yanco was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.