The Heifer (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1985, The Heifer is a comedy and war film directed by Luis García Berlanga, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. During the Spanish Civil War a platoon of mismatched Republican soldiers cross the front-line to steal the bull that the enemy is going to fight on the local holiday of the nearby village. In addition to ruining the Nationalist faction's celebration they want the animal in order to butcher it and feed their famished troops. They get caught in the process and have to go through a series of funny and pathetic incidents before they can get back to their side.
Who’s in it. The Heifer stars Alfredo Landa as Brigada Castro, Guillermo Montesinos as Mariano, Santiago Ramos as Limeño and Juanjo Puigcorbé as Alférez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Heifer 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 Heifer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Heifer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Heifer (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Heifer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Heifer worth watching?
- The Heifer holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Heifer?
- The Heifer stars Alfredo Landa, Guillermo Montesinos, Santiago Ramos, Juanjo Puigcorbé and José Sacristán.
- When was The Heifer released?
- The Heifer was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.