The Mistress (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2020, The Mistress is a drama film directed by Pati Cruz Martínez, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. In the middle of her husband’s funeral, Maritere (70) receives a visit from Angela (65), whom she hasn't seen in decades. Maritere reacts as if she has seen a ghost, and wards off all of Angela's approaches. Maritere's overprotective son, Fernando notices the strange interactions between the two women and assumes that Angela is one of his late father's mistresses. However, it is revealed that Maritere and Angela were intimate lovers a long time ago. Under pressure by Fernando who wants to throw Angela out of the house, Maritere will have to decide whether to continue her present life as a widow or give herself the chance to feel love again.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Mistress 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 The Mistress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mistress tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mistress (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mistress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mistress worth watching?
- The Mistress holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Mistress released?
- The Mistress was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.