El Apando (1976) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
1976 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1976, El Apando is a drame and policier film directed by Felipe Cazals, running about 83 minutes. “A prison system that does not regenerate, it degenerates.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Mexico City's infamous Lecumberri prison, three drug-addicted convicts celebrate getting drugs from one of their the mothers. They are found out and locked up in the "apando," the dreaded punishment cell. Protests over the treatment of those held in the cell lead to a bloody confrontation.
Who’s in it. El Apando stars José Carlos Ruiz as El Carajo, Manuel Ojeda as Polonio, Delia Casanova as La Chata and María Rojo as Meche, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, El Apando 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 El Apando page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Apando tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.
Questions fréquentes
- Where can I watch El Apando (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Apando change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Apando worth watching?
- El Apando holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame and policier. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Apando?
- El Apando stars José Carlos Ruiz, Manuel Ojeda, Delia Casanova, María Rojo and Álvaro Carcaño.
- When was El Apando released?
- El Apando was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.
