The Contestant (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2017, The Contestant is a comedy film directed by Carlos Osuna.
What it’s about. A spice company announces a nationwide contest where 2,000 pressure cookers will be handed out in exchange for 20 labels of one of their products. All hell breaks loose when the participants discover that their efforts will come to nothing.
Who’s in it. The Contestant stars Braian V. Aburaad as Pipe, Kissinger Castillo as Juancho, Elena Díaz as Mary and Daniel Moncada as Arturo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Contestant 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 Contestant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Contestant tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Contestant (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Contestant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Contestant worth watching?
- The Contestant holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Contestant?
- The Contestant stars Braian V. Aburaad, Kissinger Castillo, Elena Díaz, Daniel Moncada and Sunami Rodríguez.
- When was The Contestant released?
- The Contestant was released in 2017.