Barbarous Mexico (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 5.1

Barbarous Mexico poster

Released in 2014, Barbarous Mexico is a fantasy and horror film directed by Gigi Saul Guerrero, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. Eight tales based on the most brutally terrifying Mexican traditions and legends, an anthology of haunting stories woven into the fabric of the Mexican culture, some told through the centuries and some new, but all equally frightening. Bogeymen, trolls, ghosts, monsters, all brought to life. Time for Aztec sacrifices. This is the Day of the Dead.

Who’s in it. Barbarous Mexico stars Joyce Cuervo as Sister (segment 'Drena'), Leslie Arce as Teenager (segment 'Drena'), Sara Camacho as Valeria (segment 'La cosa más preciada') and Dulce Alexa as Laura (segment 'Lo que importa es lo de adentro'), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Barbarous Mexico has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barbarous Mexico page.

If you liked it. Fans of Barbarous Mexico 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 Barbarous Mexico (2014)?
In US, Barbarous Mexico is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Barbarous Mexico worth watching?
Barbarous Mexico holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Barbarous Mexico?
Barbarous Mexico stars Joyce Cuervo, Leslie Arce, Sara Camacho, Dulce Alexa and Adrián Aguirre.
When was Barbarous Mexico released?
Barbarous Mexico was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.