The Libertarian (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 2020, The Libertarian is an animation and fantasy film directed by Eugenio Gómez Borrero, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Amidst fireflies and mangroves, the musician Papámarimba narrates the legend of El Libertario. A story about a ghost ship, a slave rebellion and the eternal struggle for freedom. But his son Canchimalo no longer believes in these stories. He thinks they are just superstitions, keeping his people in backwardness. A challenge that will bring him face to face with the spirits of his ancestors.
Who’s in it. The Libertarian stars Christopher Dávila as Canchimalo (voice), Jhon Alexander Castillo as Canchimalo / Habitantes de Chontadó (voice), Mario Riascos as Papámarimba (voice) and Eugenio Gómez Borrero as Capitán / Habitantes de Chontadó (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Libertarian 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 Libertarian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Libertarian 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 Libertarian (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Libertarian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Libertarian worth watching?
- The Libertarian holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Libertarian?
- The Libertarian stars Christopher Dávila, Jhon Alexander Castillo, Mario Riascos, Eugenio Gómez Borrero and Helena Hinestroza Venté.
- When was The Libertarian released?
- The Libertarian was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.
