The Misfits (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2011, The Misfits is a comedy and drama film directed by Sergio Tovar Velarde, running about 107 minutes. “A world where the elders are abandoned, the youngsters are lost and everybody else is a misfit.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A lonely boy did not want to live until he meets a girl who pretends to be a star performer. An arrogant lawyer gets a lesson of life to get stuck in an elevator with a single servant. Through the Internet, a computer lover enters into a blind date, the stranger might be too known. Five elders decide to kill boredom and to get excited about planning to rob a bank.

Who’s in it. The Misfits stars Luis Arrieta as Armando, Luis Ernesto Franco as Gilberto, Paola Nuñez as Lucrecia and Tiaré Scanda as Alma, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Misfits 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 Misfits page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Misfits tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Misfits (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Misfits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Misfits worth watching?
The Misfits holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Misfits?
The Misfits stars Luis Arrieta, Luis Ernesto Franco, Paola Nuñez, Tiaré Scanda and Eugenio Bartilotti.
When was The Misfits released?
The Misfits was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.