Alex (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1991, Alex is a drama film directed by Teresa Villaverde, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a child who faces the emptiness that surrounds the figure of his parents, disappeared in Africa.
Who’s in it. Alex stars Ricardo Colares as Alex, Teresa Roby as Manuela, Vincent Gallo as Mário and Joaquim de Almeida as Pedro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Alex 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 Alex page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alex tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alex (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alex change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alex worth watching?
- Alex holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alex?
- Alex stars Ricardo Colares, Teresa Roby, Vincent Gallo, Joaquim de Almeida and Maria de Medeiros.
- When was Alex released?
- Alex was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.