The Red Squirrel (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1993, The Red Squirrel is a comedy and drama film directed by Julio Medem, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Jota is about to commit suicide. As he fighting against himself, trying to jump off a bridge, a girl riding a motorcycle falls off the bridge. He runs to help her, and goes with her to the hospital. She has forgotten even what her name is, and he invents her life. He makes up a name for her and tells her and the doctors that they live together as a couple for four years. The lie goes on for a while..
Who’s in it. The Red Squirrel stars Emma Suárez as Lisa, Nancho Novo as Jota, María Barranco as Carmen and Karra Elejalde as Antón, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Red Squirrel 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 The Red Squirrel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Squirrel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Squirrel (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Squirrel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Squirrel worth watching?
- The Red Squirrel holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Red Squirrel?
- The Red Squirrel stars Emma Suárez, Nancho Novo, María Barranco, Karra Elejalde and Carmelo Gómez.
- When was The Red Squirrel released?
- The Red Squirrel was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.