Manolo by Night (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1973, Manolo by Night is a comedy film directed by Mariano Ozores, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. While Manolo, employed in a tourism agency in the Costa del Sol, enjoys the foreign babes, his wife suffers at home in the city. Advised by a girlfriend she plans revenge by simulating pregnancy. At first, Manolo is very happy to have a baby. However, soon he realizes that he cannot be the father since he was not in the city at the time of conception.
Who’s in it. Manolo by Night stars Alfredo Landa as Manolo Olmedillo, María José Alfonso as Susana, Josele Román as Martina and Antonio Ozores as Federico, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Manolo by Night has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $304.4K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manolo by Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manolo by Night tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manolo by Night (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manolo by Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manolo by Night worth watching?
- Manolo by Night holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manolo by Night?
- Manolo by Night stars Alfredo Landa, María José Alfonso, Josele Román, Antonio Ozores and Juanjo Menéndez.
- When was Manolo by Night released?
- Manolo by Night was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
