Bolívar, The Hero (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2003, Bolívar, The Hero is an animation and history film directed by Guillermo Rincón, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. This animated film tells the life story of the liberator Simón Bolívar: from his birth in Caracas and his education, to his travels, battles and the struggle against Spanish rule for Latin American independence. In this narrative, historical conflicts are simplified through fictional characters like “Tiránico,” symbolizing Spanish evil and domination, and “Américo,” who represents slavery and the people’s yearning for freedom.
Who’s in it. Bolívar, The Hero stars Manuel Cabral as Simón Bolívar (voice), Edgardo Román as Tiránico (voice), Mario Ruíz as Américo (voice) and Luis F. Orozco as Simón Rodríguez (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Bolívar, The Hero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bolívar, The Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bolívar, The Hero tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bolívar, The Hero (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bolívar, The Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bolívar, The Hero worth watching?
- Bolívar, The Hero holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bolívar, The Hero?
- Bolívar, The Hero stars Manuel Cabral, Edgardo Román, Mario Ruíz, Luis F. Orozco and Julio César Luna.
- When was Bolívar, The Hero released?
- Bolívar, The Hero was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.