Waiting for the Hearse (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1985, Waiting for the Hearse is a comedy film directed by Alejandro Doria, running about 87 minutes. “An out of the ordinary weekend in the life of an Argentine family” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mama Cora, who is almost eighty years old, has three sons and a daughter. She lives with one of them, who has serious financial problems. The family meets one day to celebrate an anniversary meal, and that is when the problem arises: which of them will take care of her?
Who’s in it. Waiting for the Hearse stars Luis Brandoni as Antonio, China Zorrilla as Elvira, Antonio Gasalla as Mamá Cora and Julio De Grazia as Jorge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Waiting for the Hearse 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 Waiting for the Hearse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Waiting for the Hearse tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waiting for the Hearse (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waiting for the Hearse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Waiting for the Hearse worth watching?
- Waiting for the Hearse holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Waiting for the Hearse?
- Waiting for the Hearse stars Luis Brandoni, China Zorrilla, Antonio Gasalla, Julio De Grazia and Betiana Blum.
- When was Waiting for the Hearse released?
- Waiting for the Hearse was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.