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El triunfo (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 2006, El triunfo is a drama film directed by Mireia Ros.

What it’s about. Barcelona, 1980s: in a tough urban neighbourhood inhabited by survivors and ruled by ex-legionnaires Gandhi, Fontán and Andrade - who are fighting a war for control of the streets - Nen and his friends Palito, Topo and Tostao dream of making it big in the world of rumba. But Nen discovers why his father, El Guacho - of whom all Nen has left is the memory of his brilliance as a rumba singer - disappeared many years earlier. He learns how the relationship between his mother, Chata, and Ghandi, leader of the neighbourhood, was connected to his father's disappearance, and so Nen is forced to balance his own desire for vengeance with his longing to triumph.

Who’s in it. El triunfo stars Javier Ambrossi as Topo, Juan Diego as Gandhi, Ángela Molina as Chata and Marieta Orozco as Susi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, El triunfo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El triunfo page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch El triunfo (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for El triunfo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is El triunfo worth watching?
El triunfo holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in El triunfo?
El triunfo stars Javier Ambrossi, Juan Diego, Ángela Molina, Marieta Orozco and Pep Cruz.
When was El triunfo released?
El triunfo was released in 2006.