The Coyote (1955): cast, story & where to watch

1955 · Film · ★ 5.6

The Coyote poster

Released in 1955, The Coyote is a drama, adventure and western film directed by Fernando Soler, running about 74 minutes.

What it’s about. California, 1848. An invading army has defeated the few opposing forces and the territory has become part of the United States. Don César de Echagüe, an old gentleman, begs his son César to return from Europe, confident that he will know how to confront the oppressor.

Who’s in it. The Coyote stars Abel Salazar as El Coyote, Gloria Marín as Leonor de Acevedo, Manuel Monroy as Edmund Greene and Santiago Rivero as Captain Potts, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Coyote 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 Coyote page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Coyote tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Coyote (1955)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Coyote change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Coyote worth watching?
The Coyote holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Coyote?
The Coyote stars Abel Salazar, Gloria Marín, Manuel Monroy, Santiago Rivero and Rafael Bardem.
When was The Coyote released?
The Coyote was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.