499 Essential Spanish Cinema Films
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JealousyMovie · 1999 · 105mA month before his wedding to Carmen, Antonio discovers a photograph of her with another man. The photo sparks jealousy, leading him to question Carmen, her friend Cinta, and Luis, who introduced them. Cinta reveals the man's first name. Carmen insists the man was insignificant and the photo predates their relationship. She tries to distract Antonio with intimacy, but her efforts only intensify his obsession. As Antonio learns more about the man and Carmen’s past, he struggles with jealousy. Can they overcome it, or will it destroy their love?IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 2
PoodleMovie · 1979 · 90mBernard and his sister Eloisa reside in a dilapidated house, a shadow of their family's former wealth. They await the death of their ailing Aunt Lina, anticipating the inheritance of her considerable fortune. In the meantime, they live a bleak existence consumed by obsessions and eccentric habits.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.4 - 3
ModestyMovie · 2007 · 106mPudor explores the complexities of intimacy, revealing the desires, obsessions, secrets, and fears people conceal, even from those closest to them. The story follows a dying man, a woman receiving anonymous erotic messages, an older man seeking a final opportunity for love, a teenager grappling with the uncertainties of adolescence, and a young boy who sees ghosts. Despite sharing a home, the characters in Pudor are each profoundly isolated.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.1 - 4
Don Quixote, Knight ErrantMovie · 2002 · 122mFollowing the success of his stories about the idealistic knight Don Quixote and his loyal squire Sancho Panza, Miguel de Cervantes, an aging soldier, finds his famous characters are widely beloved. When news arrives of a powerful Turkish army advancing along the Mediterranean coast, Don Quixote embarks on a new adventure – a journey from his home in La Mancha to confront the enemy, despite the disapproval of his niece and housekeeper.IMDb 5.7TMDB 8.0 - 5
The Invisible GuardianMovie · 2017 · 129m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryThe discovery of a naked teenage girl's body on the River Baztán sparks fears of a connection to a previous murder. Rumors spread through the village of Elizondo: could a ritualistic killer be at work, or is it the legendary Basajaun, the mythical guardian of the Basque land? Inspector Amaia Salazar leads the investigation, returning to her native Basque country – a place she'd hoped to leave behind. The misty forests and unresolved conflicts of her childhood resurface, threatening to unravel her. As Amaia battles local superstitions and confronts the darkness of her past, she must find a serial killer before something more sinister emerges from the shadows.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 6
The PriestMovie · 1978 · 109mFather Miguel is consumed by sexual fantasies and seeks guidance from his church. However, his pleas for help are ignored, leaving him torn between leaving the priesthood and attempting to overcome his temptations alone.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 7
KasbahMovie · 2000 · 95mIn Morocco, a young man's life revolves around his father and half-sister. When his half-sister vanishes from a nightclub, he is immediately considered the main suspect.IMDb 5.7TMDB 8.0 - 8
ScandalousMovie · 2006A lighthearted Spanish musical comedy.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.4 - 9
King of the RiverMovie · 1995 · 103mA flight attendant is pregnant by a foreign man, but she doesn't know his name. After the baby is born, she gives him to her sister, who already has two children. The child is raised as part of the family. The adults keep the baby's origins a secret, but the children sense that he is different.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.0 - 10
Rough WindsMovie · 2006 · 117mTwo people escaping their past find refuge in a coastal town on the Cádiz coast. Hundreds of miles from Madrid, they attempt to start over, but the memories of what they left behind linger.IMDb 5.7TMDB 3.7 - 11
The Fencing MasterMovie · 1992 · 88mIn pre-revolution Spain, a fencing master takes on a young woman as a student – his first female pupil. Intrigued by her, he agrees to teach her a specific, signature thrust. As a local nobleman becomes interested in the woman, a web of intrigue unfolds.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 12
Blue daysMovie · 2006Three brothers come back together.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.0 - 13
Labyrinth of PassionMovie · 1982 · 94m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceSet in Madrid, the film follows a group of unusual people, each seeking love and happiness. One character struggles with intense sexual desire as she navigates multiple relationships, while another's extraordinary sense of smell creates complications in his search for contentment. The movie explores the lives of these eccentric individuals as they live in the city, dealing with their quirks and desires. It blends humor and heartfelt moments to offer a look at human experience, examining love and relationships in all their complicated forms.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 14
La ciudad no es para míMovie · 1966 · 96m · ComedyAgustin, a kind widower from a peaceful village in Aragon, seeks something new after years alone. He travels to visit his son, a successful doctor living in a busy city, hoping to reconnect with his family and experience something different. But he finds his son’s high-life world is very different from the simple life Agustin knew.
Agustin struggles to adjust to this unfamiliar environment and faces emotional challenges as he observes the difficulties in his son's marriage and the lives of those around him. Uncomfortable with the superficiality and sadness he sees, Agustin’s visit highlights a gap between generations that neither can overcome.
This story explores family relationships and cultural differences as Agustin navigates a new world and ultimately realizes that home isn’t always defined by family ties.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 15
Mediterraneo: The Law of the SeaMovie · 2021 · 100m · DramaAutumn 2015. Deeply moved by a photograph of a drowned child, lifeguards Oscar and Gerard journey to Lesbos, Greece. They find a grim reality: thousands attempt the perilous sea crossing daily, fleeing war and conflict in overcrowded boats – with no rescue in sight. Joining forces with Esther, Nico, and the team, they dedicate themselves to helping those in need. This experience becomes a transformative odyssey for them all. *Mediterráneo* is a story of survival on the sea, a challenging environment where every life matters.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 16
Son of CainMovie · 2013 · 90m · ThrillerNico Albert is an unusual teenager, exceptionally bright and consumed by chess. His parents, worried about his behavior, hire child psychologist Julio Beltran. Through therapy and their shared love of chess, Julio explores the unsettling aspects of Nico's life and the intricate dynamics within this seemingly ordinary family.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 17
Tengo una casaMovie · 1996 · 90mA group of people feeling lost in their lives unexpectedly find themselves together in a remote cabin in the woods.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 18
La dama bobaMovie · 2006 · 90mSeventeenth-century Spain. The arrival of two suitors ignites rivalry and jealousy among two sisters, who possess distinctly different personalities.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.7 - 19
Double FeatureMovie · 1984 · 115mDirector José Luis Garci examines filmmakers and screenwriters, depicting their intense focus on the creative process as isolating. As José and Federico collaborate on a screenplay, their relationships with family – José's daughters and Federico's wife – fade into the background. José’s daughters leave home, and Federico’s wife enters a convent, while Federico remains oblivious. Even a producer, deeply grieving his son's death, instinctively returns to the film project after the funeral. The film begins with tributes to great directors and unfolds as an exploration of the dedication and sacrifices inherent in filmmaking, without offering any judgment.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.2 - 20
23-F: la películaMovie · 2011 · 105m · History, DramaIn 1981 Spain, a group of military officers attempt a coup to overthrow the government and threaten the country's newly established democracy following Franco's death in 1975. They seize key political figures at the Congress of Deputies, causing national alarm.
However, the coup begins to fall apart as public opposition grows and military support weakens. The government, working with King Juan Carlos I, strategically responds, leading to the release of the captured parliamentarians and the surrender of the coup leaders.
This historical drama explores the intense political intrigue and difficult choices faced by those involved during a critical moment for Spanish democracy. The film examines the complexities of building democratic values in post-Franco Spain.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 21
RooftopsMovie · 2012 · 77mIn 2010, as Spain struggles through an economic crisis, Leo and his friends find an unexpected freedom in unemployment benefits. Discouraged by the job market, they spend their days aimlessly exploring city rooftops, filling their hours with nothing. This apathy forces Leo to question what he truly wants. His relationships with his girlfriend Ana and her best friend Mario become pivotal as he confronts a choice: continue his current path or embrace change and pursue his own desires.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.3 - 22
Course CompletedMovie · 1987 · 94mThis bleak drama follows Jesus Puente, a 50-year-old playwright living in isolation in Northern Spain, as he reflects on his life. The film also explores his relationships with an actress and former acquaintance who visits him, and his romantic encounters with a 20-year-old local woman.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 23
Tres de la Cruz RojaMovie · 1961 · 90mThree friends, passionate about football, unexpectedly find they can access football fields by wearing Red Cross uniforms. The following day, they are volunteering at the Red Cross headquarters.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 24
Three Many WeddingsMovie · 2013 · 94m · ComedyRuth, a college researcher, receives wedding invitations from three of her former partners. Seeking companions for each event, she asks her assistant for help. Could one of these companions be the person she's meant to be with?IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 25
Cosas que hacen que la vida valga la penaMovie · 2004 · 90mHortensia, a seasoned INEM office worker, has lost faith in love after her husband left her. Her world is disrupted when Eduardo Fernandez visits the employment office, determined to rebuild his life after a severe depression.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.5 - 26
PasosMovie · 2005 · 104mThree young married couples in a Spanish city commemorate the failed coup attempt on February 23, 1981. Having experienced significant life events, they find their world shifting as the country undergoes profound change. Their lives are about to diverge, leading them down varied paths.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.0 - 27
The Awful Dr. OrlofMovie · 1962 · 90m · Horror, ThrillerDr. Orlof, a former prison doctor, descends into darkness, kidnapping young women from nightclubs. Driven by the disfigurement of his daughter, he seeks to restore her appearance by using the skin of his victims. He works with Morpho, a monstrous accomplice who torments the women.
Their disturbing operation is challenged by a determined police inspector who is determined to expose Orlof’s crimes. The inspector's pursuit intensifies as he becomes involved with a ballerina. The line between life and death blurs in this unsettling story of obsession and desperation.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 28
Boy MissingMovie · 2016 · 105m · Mystery, ThrillerAfter her son's suspected kidnapper is released due to insufficient evidence, a respected lawyer decides to take action herself. Her intervention leads to unforeseen and deeply problematic outcomes.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 29
Summer CloudsMovie · 2004 · 100mFor the summer, Daniel, Ana, and their son Manuel vacation at a resort on the Costa Brava. Ana reconnects with Marta, a local shopgirl she's met before. Marta introduces Ana to her cousin Robert, who owns an antique shop and is instantly drawn to Ana. Marta reveals Ana is married and admits she has a crush on Daniel. Intrigued, Robert and Marta make a deal: Robert will help Marta seduce Daniel if she helps him seduce Ana. They orchestrate a night to separate the couple, leading to flirtation. As Marta begins dating a local surfer, Tomás, she starts to question their plan, while Robert becomes increasingly obsessed with Ana and Daniel, befriending Daniel and questioning the strength of his marriage.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.2 - 30
DhogsMovie · 2017 · 85mDogs are typically seen as docile and eager to please. Pigs, however, are often perceived as unclean and mischievous.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 31
My Prison YardMovie · 2008 · 99mIn Madrid, a small-time thief struggles to adapt to life after prison. Determined to change his ways, he assembles a theater troupe with the help of his friends: a prostitute, a gypsy woman, and a Colombian immigrant, all hoping for a fresh start.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 32
The Great VazquezMovie · 2010 · 106m · ComedyThis feature film explores whether it's possible to exist outside societal norms, focused solely on the present and personal desires. It tells the story of Manuel Vázquez, Barcelona's leading comic book artist of the 1960s, and, more importantly, a man who lived his life in a uniquely unconventional way.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 33
La vida alegreMovie · 1987 · 92mAna begins a new job as a doctor in the hospital's S.T.I.U., where she encounters a variety of unusual patients. Her husband struggles with the attention she receives at work.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7 - 34
The Barcelona VampiressMovie · 2020 · 106mBarcelona, Spain, 1912. The vanishing of a young woman from a prominent family sets off a chain of events that exposes the fragility of a society built on hidden secrets.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 35
Don Quijote cabalga de nuevoMovie · 1973 · 132m · Comedy"Don Quixote" is a film that offers a new look at the classic story of a man obsessed with chivalry. The film follows Don Quixote and his squire Sancho Panza as they journey through a changing world, facing many challenges while trying to live by a code of honor.
The movie explores themes of loyalty, idealism, and the flaws of human nature, which continue to connect with audiences. It highlights the strength of friendship between Don Quixote and Sancho Panza as they face difficulties together. The film is both funny and makes you think, offering a fresh take on the story of Don Quixote. It reminds us that sometimes, what we believe is real can be more captivating than reality itself.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.2 - 36
Justi&CiaMovie · 2014 · 80mIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.5 - 37
Black TearsMovie · 1998 · 104mA woman with mental instability develops a romantic relationship with a man who is already engaged to someone else.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.6 - 38
The WayMovie · 2010 · 128m · Adventure, Comedy, DramaAfter his son dies during a hike on the Camino de Santiago in the Pyrenees, Tom travels to France to bring his son's remains home. Hoping to understand his son's life, Tom decides to walk the 500-mile pilgrimage to Spain. He connects with fellow travelers and discovers they are each seeking something of their own.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 39
GrandfathersMovie · 2019 · 98mIn today's fast-paced world, three older friends defy expectations by starting a daycare center. They build their business from the ground up, determined to succeed. But will modern society welcome their unconventional venture?IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 40
QueensMovie · 2005 · 107m · Comedy, RomanceIn Spain, a few days before five sons are set to marry in a joint ceremony, the lives of their mothers become interwoven. Judge Helena officiates the wedding; Magda, a hotel entrepreneur, manages guest accommodations and the banquet while navigating a strike led by her chef and lover. Nuria struggles with her personal challenges; Reyes develops feelings for her son's partner’s father and gardener; and Ofelia, an Argentine cook, deals with financial difficulties and complications involving her son’s partner. Over three days, the mothers grapple with complicated relationships involving their sons, partners, ex-husbands, and employees.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.8 - 41
The Lighthouse of the OrcasMovie · 2016 · 110m · Romance, DramaA mother journeys to Patagonia with her autistic son, believing that a park ranger and a nearby pod of orcas might help him connect emotionally.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 42
Los últimos de FilipinasMovie · 1945 · 90mPhilippines, 1898. During the Spanish-American War, fifty Spanish soldiers stationed at a remote outpost in the village of Baler face an eleven-month siege by Filipino rebels, even as the war turns against Spain.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.5 - 43
Ants in the MouthMovie · 2005 · 92mReleased from a Barcelona prison after nearly ten years, a former bank robber begins searching for the woman who disappeared with the stolen money. This suspenseful story of revenge and betrayal stars Adriana Gil and Eduard Fernández. Martin Losada, an ex-con, is determined to find Julia, his ex-girlfriend and the only member of his anti-Franco bank robbery crew never caught by the police. As the 1958 revolution approaches, he travels to Havana, aiming to locate Julia and reclaim his share of the loot.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.1 - 44
FragileMovie · 2005 · 101m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryA nurse, troubled by a past patient's death, accepts a position at an old children's hospital. She quickly discovers the children are terrified of a ghost that prevents anyone from leaving. Determined to protect them, Amy tries to warn the hospital staff about the danger present within its walls.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 45
The Legend of Blood CastleMovie · 1973 · 90mCountess Elizabeth Bathory plots with her husband to obtain the blood of young women, believing it will preserve her youth and beauty.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.1 - 46
The ReplacementMovie · 2021 · 118m · Drama, ThrillerSpain, 1982. Hoping for a peaceful life and a healthier environment for his daughter, young police inspector Andrés Expósito takes a posting in Denia, a quiet coastal town. However, he unexpectedly becomes involved in investigating the mysterious death of his predecessor.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 47
Live Is LifeMovie · 2022 · 110m · Comedy, AdventureSummer 1985. Rodri journeys from Catalonia to Galicia for his annual reunion with his four friends. When everyday issues threaten their bond, the five friends decide to go on a night-time adventure to find a legendary item.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 48
Robert Rylands' Last JourneyMovie · 1996 · 100mA loosely adapted film of Javier Marías' novel "All Souls." The story centers on a Spanish professor at Oxford who observes the reappearance of a highly regarded figure within the university.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 49
Move Over, Mrs. MarkhamMovie · 1985 · 94mOn the verge of bankruptcy, Pablo and Fernando secure a deal with the country's top author, Adela Mora. The night of the official signing coincides with a series of interwoven events: Paco asks to use his friend's house for an affair while Fernando entertains Adela. Simultaneously, Paco’s wife, Carmen, is meeting her lover at Rosa's house. This kicks off a chain reaction as Paco tries to dismiss his secretary, Silvia, and Carmen's husband. Meanwhile, Fernando suspects Rosa of infidelity with Oscar, who believes Fernando is gay and having an affair with his partner. And the soldier thinks his girlfriend is a professional…IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 50
The Tobacconist of VallecasMovie · 1987 · 106m · Comedy, DramaIn Madrid's Vallecas district, unemployed mason Leandro and his friend Tocho attempt to rob a tobacconist shop. Their plans quickly unravel due to the unexpected resistance of the shop owner, Mrs. Justa, and her niece Angeles, involving neighbors and the police.
Amidst the chaos, a strange calm settles as Leandro and Tocho's robbery is foiled. The initial tense situation unexpectedly blossoms into camaraderie between the robbers and their "hostages." This unlikely connection reveals hidden vulnerabilities and empathy in everyone involved.
The film explores how relationships form in unusual circumstances, blending humor, emotion, and insight into life, friendship, and human connection.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 51
A Thief's DaughterMovie · 2019 · 102mSara, 22, has always been isolated. She's raising a baby and hopes to build a typical family with her young brother and the child's father. Her father, Manuel, returns after years away, recently released from prison. Sara recognizes him as the biggest challenge to her plans and chooses to create distance between him and her family.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 52
BearnMovie · 1983 · 118mMallorca, 1865. At Mr. Bearns' funeral, the sentiment is "better to die than to mix blood." Juan Mayol, an orphan with no knowledge of his past, resolves to uncover his family history.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5 - 53
BirdsongMovie · 2008 · 98mThree wise men journey to find the Messiah, encountering unforeseen challenges along their path.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 54
RewindMovie · 1999 · 94mA lonely man discovers his video recorder has a strange ability: rewinding the tape rewinds his own life. He invites friends over for dinner, recording the party, and repeatedly rewinds the footage whenever things go wrong, leading to unforeseen consequences.IMDb 6.7 - 55
RageMovie · 2009 · 89mThis is a romantic thriller about a construction worker on the run after killing his foreman. He seeks refuge in the mansion where his girlfriend works as a maid.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6 - 56
Historias de la televisiónMovie · 1965 · 114mThe film is divided into two stories: 1. When Gorillas Talk on the Phone and 2. A Girl of Fortune.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 57
HeroínaMovie · 2005 · 100mIn the 1980s, Pilar, a woman married for approximately forty years, learns that one of her three children is addicted to heroin. Initially uncertain, Pilar connects with other parents facing similar struggles at a local community center. While these connections help support the addict, she soon understands significant changes are needed both at home and in the wider community for her child's recovery. This realization sparks a determination to act, leading Pilar to join other parents—particularly mothers—on a difficult path to combatting drug trafficking in Galicia.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.0 - 58
Fausto 5.0Movie · 2001 · 93mDr. Fausto, traveling to a medical convention, encounters a man who insists the doctor removed his stomach during surgery eight years prior, yet the man is alive. The man persistently reappears, offering to fulfill Fausto's desires. As a result, Fausto's perception of reality begins to unravel, and he starts losing control.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 59
Platillos volantesMovie · 2003 · 99mIn 1972, Juan and José, two textile workers from Tarrasa, Catalonia, meet at a UFO convention and discover a shared passion for the paranormal, particularly UFOs. During a period of heightened UFO sightings, they become captivated by the mystery and begin investigating various theories about the sightings' intentions. Their friendship and obsession gradually devolve into dementia and paranoia, straining their relationships with friends and family and leading them to a drastic decision based on their own investigations.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.2 - 60
Police Calling 091Movie · 1960 · 96mA police inspector responds to emergency calls while working patrol. He is haunted by the memory of his daughter's death; she was struck and killed by a car that then fled the scene. The vehicle is found, leading the inspector to a violent confrontation.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 61
Dream and SilenceMovie · 2012 · 107mOriol and Yolanda are a couple living in Paris with their two daughters. While on vacation, they are involved in a car accident. Their older daughter, Celia, dies as a result, and Oriol falls into a coma.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 62
Washington WolvesMovie · 1999 · 94mAlberto and Miguel run a struggling bar and desperately need a way out of their dead-end lives. Alberto is divorced and battling alcoholism, while Miguel is hiding a significant secret. They fixate on the possibility of stealing money from their wealthy friend Claudio. Their plans become complicated when Claudio's wife also intends to steal from him. The Washington Wolves, a traveling circus nearby, unknowingly observe the unfolding events that night.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.1 - 63
EpilogueMovie · 1984 · 92mThe film centers on two writers who both love the same woman. They've collaborated for years before a period of separation. A decade later, Ditirambo reconnects with Rocabruno, at least to share his newest story. The film concludes with an epilogue that brings closure to their shared history.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.8 - 64
PleniluneMovie · 1999 · 111mThis Spanish psychological drama explores the intertwined themes of love and murder. A serial killer is preying on young women in a small Spanish town, leaving their bodies in the woods.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.4 - 65
What You Never KnewMovie · 2001 · 110mLucía is stunned when she spots Juan, a man her age, in a department store. She impulsively follows him to his home – the very house where, twenty-five years earlier, during the final days of the Franco regime, Juan first met Lucía and fell in love with her.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 66
EvelynMovie · 2012 · 90mEvelyn journeys from her Peruvian village to Spain, expecting to work with her cousin at a restaurant. Instead, she is deceived and kidnapped, forced into prostitution at a nightclub. The film depicts the process of brainwashing that transforms this young woman into a sex slave.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.8 - 67
AmadorMovie · 2010 · 112mThis drama follows a young woman who spends her summer caring for an elderly man confined to bed, and the close, personal stories they gradually reveal to each other.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.7 - 68
The Witching HourMovie · 1985 · 106mCésar and Pilar travel through the Spanish countryside in their bus, sharing films and performing magic shows in small towns. During one of these journeys, they meet Saga, a captivating young woman who joins them and unexpectedly alters their lives.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.1 - 69
XMovie · 2002 · 100mThe film follows a police officer consumed by the need to identify the killer of a young gay man. Antonio Resines plays a cop who wakes up in an unfamiliar house with a severe hangover and no recollection of the previous night, the night the young man was murdered. He is the main suspect in the case.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 70
Clara y ElenaMovie · 2001IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.5 - 71
Unknown OriginsMovie · 2020 · 97m · Drama, ThrillerIn Madrid, a mysterious serial killer is methodically murdering people, staging their deaths to resemble iconic comic book superhero debuts. Veteran police inspector Cosme, nearing retirement, investigates the case alongside troubled inspector David Valentín and his son Jorge Elías, a young comic book store owner with a passion for the genre.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 72
Bienvenido a casaMovie · 2006 · 118mSamuel and Eva relocate to Madrid and begin living together after he lands a job as a photographer. Unbeknownst to Samuel, Eva is pregnant.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.8 - 73
Once Upon a Time in EuskadiMovie · 2021 · 100m · DramaIn 1985, in the Basque Country of Spain, four teenage friends' summer vacation is shattered by the realities of life and death. They navigate social unrest and political violence as they struggle to experience a normal summer.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 74
Un buen hombreMovie · 2009 · 97mA law school professor discovers his close friend and mentor has committed a murder – his own wife. Unable to report the crime, the professor cuts ties with his friend, but this choice unexpectedly plunges him into escalating danger.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 75
The OccupantMovie · 2020 · 103m · Thriller, DramaFacing unemployment, a former executive must sell his apartment. Finding he still has the keys, he becomes fixated on the new family living there. Determined to reclaim his lost life, he resolves to take drastic measures.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 76
AssemblyMovie · 2019 · 76mÁlex Montoya's debut film is an adaptation of the play *La gente*, written by Juli Disla and Jaume Pérez, who also wrote the screenplay. Inspired by the rise of community organizing following the 2011 political movements, the film offers a humorous look at how people make decisions and communicate with each other.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.2 - 77
Dark EyesMovie · 2019 · 65mThirteen-year-old Paula struggles with her family and friends, and to be near her ailing grandmother – whom she hardly knows – she spends the summer in Ojos Negros. There, she meets Alicia, a girl her age also spending the summer in town. Together, they navigate the complexities of adulthood during a seemingly endless summer.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.4 - 78
Bad EducationMovie · 2004 · 105m · Drama, CrimeThis film explores how a shared history of religious schooling during the Franco regime and experiences of sexual abuse have profoundly shaped the lives of two lifelong friends.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 79
BerserkerMovie · 2015 · 100mAuthor Hugo Vartan finds inspiration for his next book in the case of the sister of his flatmate’s boyfriend. Her boyfriend is in a psychiatric hospital, suspected of murdering her – beheading him with a knife and placing his head on the steering wheel of her car.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.9 - 80
The Art of ReturnMovie · 2020 · 91mNoemí, a young actress, returns to Madrid after six years in New York City for an important audition. In her first 24 hours back home, she experiences a series of encounters that help her appreciate the different stages of life.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 81
Mamá es bobaMovie · 1997 · 86mPalencia, Spain, late 1990s. Gema and Toribio exist in a world of fragile happiness, constantly offering strained smiles as if seeking forgiveness for an unknown offense. Their young son, Martín, endures daily torment at school – a tragic yet often humorous experience that his parents, a pair of dreamy, uncomplicated people, remain oblivious to.IMDb 5.8TMDB 3.5 - 82
The Chess PlayerMovie · 2017 · 98m · History, DramaIn 1934, Diego Padilla triumphs at the Spanish Chess Championship and connects with French journalist Marianne Latour, and they fall in love. After the Spanish Civil War, Marianne persuades Diego to relocate to France with their daughter. Soon after, Diego is falsely accused of espionage by the Nazis and imprisoned in an SS camp. Inside, Diego finds a way to endure the brutal conditions through Colonel Maier's interest in chess.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 83
Malena es un nombre de tangoMovie · 1996 · 109mMalena recounts the story of her life to a captivated listener. Her most prized possession isn't simply an emerald inherited from her grandfather; it's the key to understanding her own life, her lifelong conflict with her sister, and her passionate encounters with men. Based on the bestselling novel by Amanda Grandes.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.6 - 84
The Regent's WifeMovie · 1974 · 93mBased on Clarín's novel, the story follows Ana Ozores as she struggles to adjust to the unpleasant realities of Vetusta, a provincial Spanish city modeled after Oviedo. Newly married to a retired official, Ana is suffocated by the town's judgmental atmosphere and the intense religious beliefs that dominate life. Sexually frustrated and plagued by vivid dreams, she confesses her inner turmoil to a priest, who develops an unhealthy obsession with her. Meanwhile, Álvaro Mesía, a charming rogue, sets his sights on seducing Ana.IMDb 6.2TMDB 3.5 - 85
BilbaoMovie · 1978 · 93mA troubled middle-aged man becomes fixated on a dancer and sex worker, ultimately kidnapping her, leading to devastating results.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 86
Animales de compañíaMovie · 2009IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.0 - 87
Orquesta Club VirginiaMovie · 1992IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 88
27 HorasMovie · 1986 · 81mThis drama explores themes of juvenile delinquency, unemployment, and drug use. The film follows Jon, a twenty-year-old, from his wake-up at seven in the morning, offering a glimpse into his daily life and the complexities of his friendships, relationships, family, and his intense involvement with drugs.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 89
From the SeaMovie · 2007 · 80mA male sketch artist is drawn into a breathtaking underwater realm, guided by a silent, beautiful mermaid. Meanwhile, in the Sargasso Sea, a solitary figure resembling Casablanca resides on a small rock. He is accompanied only by a sensual auburn-haired violist who plays for the marine life, including a group of friendly killer whales. As the artist explores the wonders of the deep, he questions whether he is dead, dreaming, reincarnated, or something else entirely.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.0 - 90
No Pain, No GainMovie · 2001 · 91mDavid, a teenager, struggles with a sense of alienation from his family, friends, and even the girl he's in love with, feeling fundamentally misunderstood.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 91
Tad, the Lost Explorer, and the Secret of King MidasMovie · 2017 · 85m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyTad longs to be an archaeologist, traveling the world to find lost secrets and treasure. But his construction job keeps him from pursuing his dreams. His life changes when he's invited to a presentation by archaeologist Sara Lavrof about her latest find: a papyrus that proves the legend of the Necklace of Midas, the king who could turn anything to gold.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.7 - 92
All Men Are the SameMovie · 1994 · 102mThree divorced men living together in a flat maintain a comfortable routine until they decide to hire a cleaning lady.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 93
La guerra de papáMovie · 1977 · 91mSpain, March 1964: Quico, a mischievous three-year-old from a well-to-do family, feels displaced since his baby sister Cristina arrived. He and his equally disobedient eight-year-old brother Juan spend their days playing pranks, much to the frustration of their mother, the nanny, and the housekeeper. The family also includes two older brothers, a weary mother, and an authoritarian father clinging to outdated beliefs. For the children, however, the distant memory of the Civil War and the ruling dictator are simply "Dad's war."IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.3 - 94
I Want to Be a SoldierMovie · 2010 · 100m"I Want To Be A Soldier" follows Alex, an ordinary eight-year-old boy who becomes increasingly drawn to violent imagery. This fascination leads to difficulties communicating with his parents and classmates, causing him to become isolated and create two imaginary friends.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 95
PonienteMovie · 2002 · 96mLucia, a teacher who spent years in Madrid, returns to her hometown after inheriting her father's tomato farm. There, she confronts the community’s prejudice against newly arrived undocumented workers. She falls for Curro, the farm's accountant, who shares her commitment to fighting for them. As tensions escalate, Lucia and Curro must face the town's deep-seated racism, forcing them to make choices with potentially devastating consequences.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.0 - 96
AsfaltoMovie · 2000 · 90mIn sun-drenched Madrid, three young people struggling to escape their lives will do anything to improve their situation. Their carefully laid plans fall apart when they encounter a controlling older woman, an abusive brother, and the city's pervasive corruption.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 97
Criando ratasMovie · 2016 · 78mThis film is a recent example of "neokinki," a Spanish cinematic style popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s, following the end of Franco's dictatorship. It portrays fractured families from lower socioeconomic backgrounds as breeding grounds for crime, drug use, violence, and despair.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.4 - 98
The Unexpected LoveMovie · 2014 · 105m · Comedy, DramaJuanito came to New York hoping to become an actor, but after years of struggling, he now works odd jobs just to get by. One day, his seemingly successful cousin visits. Their time together reveals the truth about both of their lives.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 99
Mi generalMovie · 1987 · 110mA group of military generals attend a NATO and weapons course. Initially, the sessions proceed as expected, but over time, the generals begin to act with increasing childishness.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.0 - 100
Captain Alatriste: The Spanish MusketeerMovie · 2006 · 145m · ActionIn 17th century Spain, Diego Alatriste, a courageous soldier serving in the King's army in Flanders, experiences a turning point when his close friend Balboa is gravely wounded. With his dying breath, Balboa asks Diego to care for his son and train him as a soldier.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8
