Blood and Sand (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.3

Released in 1989, Blood and Sand is a drama and romance film directed by Javier Elorrieta, running about 113 minutes. “His courage brought them together. Her desire tore them apart.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Remake of the tale of an acclaimed matador who finds himself involved with a beautiful woman, jeopardizing both his marriage and career.
Who’s in it. Blood and Sand stars Sharon Stone as Doña Sol, Christopher Rydell as Juan Gallardo, Ana Torrent as Carmen Espinosa and Guillermo Montesinos as Garabato, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Blood and Sand has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blood and Sand page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blood and Sand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blood and Sand (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blood and Sand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blood and Sand worth watching?
- Blood and Sand holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blood and Sand?
- Blood and Sand stars Sharon Stone, Christopher Rydell, Ana Torrent, Guillermo Montesinos and Albert Vidal.
- When was Blood and Sand released?
- Blood and Sand was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.
