Tepeyac (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1917, Tepeyac is a fantasy and history film directed by Fernando Sáyago, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. A man (Arroyo Carrillo) is sent to Europe on a diplomatic mission. The ship in which he travels is sunk by a German submarine. In Mexico, his girlfriend Lupita (Cota) receives a telegram with the news and looks for relief in La Virgen de Guadalupe, saint patron of catholic mexicans. After reading a book about the Virgin legend, Lupita falls asleep. Next morning, she receives good news, her boyfriend is alive. Together they go to La Villa del Tepeyac (a church devoted to La Virgen de Guadalupe) and thank for the miracle.
Who’s in it. Tepeyac stars Roberto Arroyo Carrillo as Carlos Fernández, Pilar Cota as Lupita Flores, Beatriz de Córdova as Virgen de Guadalupe and Luis García Carrillo as Missioner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Tepeyac has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tepeyac page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tepeyac tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tepeyac (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tepeyac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tepeyac worth watching?
- Tepeyac holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tepeyac?
- Tepeyac stars Roberto Arroyo Carrillo, Pilar Cota, Beatriz de Córdova, Luis García Carrillo and Carlos E. González.
- When was Tepeyac released?
- Tepeyac was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.