Un millón en la basura (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 1967, Un millón en la basura is a comedy and drama film directed by José María Forqué, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. In the vast army of human society, Pepe, a sweeper, occupies one of the last places: anonymous, gray, vague. Pepe is a member of that ghostly dawn brigade, to blow hose, clean the streets at dawn. One day Pepe finds a million in the trash. Financial need of the poor sweeper suggests keeping the money, but his wife advises him to do his civic duty and return the money ...

Who’s in it. Un millón en la basura stars José Luis López Vázquez as Pepe Martínez, Julia Gutiérrez Caba as Consuelo, Juanjo Menéndez as Faustino and Aurora Redondo as María, madre de Consuelo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Un millón en la basura 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 Un millón en la basura page.

If you liked it. Fans of Un millón en la basura tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Un millón en la basura (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Un millón en la basura change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Un millón en la basura worth watching?
Un millón en la basura holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Un millón en la basura?
Un millón en la basura stars José Luis López Vázquez, Julia Gutiérrez Caba, Juanjo Menéndez, Aurora Redondo and Rafael López Somoza.
When was Un millón en la basura released?
Un millón en la basura was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.