Mexico 86 (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2026, Mexico 86 is a comedy, history and drama film directed by Gabriel Ripstein, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. When a last-minute chance to host the 1986 World Cup appears, a cunning Mexican bureaucrat, armed with nothing but guts and audacity, cons his way through FIFA to beat the United States, but in a country of power games, every victory has a price.
Who’s in it. Mexico 86 stars Diego Luna as Martín de la Torre, Karla Souza as Susana Gómez Mont, Daniel Giménez Cacho as Emilio Azcárraga and Álvaro Guerrero as Guillermo Cañedo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Mexico 86 has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mexico 86 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mexico 86 tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mexico 86 (2026)?
- In US, Mexico 86 is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mexico 86 worth watching?
- Mexico 86 holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, history and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mexico 86?
- Mexico 86 stars Diego Luna, Karla Souza, Daniel Giménez Cacho, Álvaro Guerrero and Memo Villegas.
- When was Mexico 86 released?
- Mexico 86 was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.