A Time for Defiance (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 1998, A Time for Defiance is a drama, war and romance film directed by Antonio Mercero, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. After the Spanish Civil War breaks out, the Prado Museum is being evacuated. One of the guards finds a painting by the master, Goya, and takes it to prevent damage to the work of art. In the interim, he meets a young lady with whom he falls in love. Assisted by her and her family members, the soldier attempts to save Goya's masterpiece intact amidst the war and violence.
Who’s in it. A Time for Defiance stars Gabino Diego as Manuel, Leonor Watling as Carmen, Luis Cuenca as Melquiades and Héctor Colomé as Lucas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Time for Defiance 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 A Time for Defiance page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Time for Defiance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Time for Defiance (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Time for Defiance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Time for Defiance worth watching?
- A Time for Defiance holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Time for Defiance?
- A Time for Defiance stars Gabino Diego, Leonor Watling, Luis Cuenca, Héctor Colomé and Ramon Agirre.
- When was A Time for Defiance released?
- A Time for Defiance was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.
