Cuba (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1979, Cuba is an action, thriller, drama and adventure film directed by Richard Lester, running about 122 minutes. “Part Heaven... Part Hell... Pure Havana.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A British mercenary arrives in pre-Revolution Cuba to help train the corrupt General Batista's army against Castro's guerrillas while he also romances a former lover now married to an unscrupulous plantation owner.
Who’s in it. Cuba stars Sean Connery as Maj. Robert Dapes, Brooke Adams as Alexandra Lopez de Pulido, Jack Weston as Larry Gutman and Hector Elizondo as Capt. Raphael Ramirez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Cuba 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 Cuba page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cuba tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cuba (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cuba change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cuba worth watching?
- Cuba holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cuba?
- Cuba stars Sean Connery, Brooke Adams, Jack Weston, Hector Elizondo and Chris Sarandon.
- When was Cuba released?
- Cuba was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.