The Beast (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2021, The Beast is an animation, drama, family and fantasy film directed by Marlijn van Nuenen, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. A young mexican smuggler and a little girl travel illegally on top of a cargo train, called La Bestia, to get to the USA. An injury transforms his perception of the journey.
Who’s in it. The Beast stars Loïs Jumel as Lupita (voice) and Ram Tamez as Guayaba (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Beast sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beast page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beast tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beast (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beast change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Beast worth watching?
- The Beast holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, drama, family and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Beast?
- The Beast stars Loïs Jumel and Ram Tamez.
- When was The Beast released?
- The Beast was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.