Tapas (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 5.9

Tapas poster

Released in 2005, Tapas is a comedy and drama film directed by José Corbacho, running about 94 minutes. “The small, everyday stories of a group of neighbours who live in a suburb of Barcelona, and the little secrets that they hide.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The film centers on a Spanish tapas bar and the love lives of the loosely interconnected people in the neighborhood surrounding the bar. The pairs of lovers include a middle aged woman and a young man; an elderly, drug dealing woman and her terminally ill husband in poor health; the tapas bar owner and his estranged wife; and two Chinese immigrants.

Who’s in it. Tapas stars Ángel de Andrés López as Lolo (Manolo), María Galiana as Doña Conchi, Elvira Mínguez as Raquel Merino and Rubén Ochandiano as César, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Tapas 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 Tapas page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tapas tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tapas (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tapas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tapas worth watching?
Tapas holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Tapas?
Tapas stars Ángel de Andrés López, María Galiana, Elvira Mínguez, Rubén Ochandiano and Alberto de Mendoza.
When was Tapas released?
Tapas was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.