235 Spanish-Language Films to Watch
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MarrowboneMovie · 2017 · 111m · Thriller, Horror, MysteryA young man and his three younger siblings are haunted by a malevolent presence within the large house they call home.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.3 - 2
Don't Be AfraidMovie · 2011 · 90m · DramaSilvia carries the scars of a difficult childhood. At twenty-five, she makes a decision to confront the people, emotions, and memories that hold her captive. In her struggle with these challenges and with herself, she must learn to overcome her fears and take responsibility for her life.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 3
SeventeenMovie · 2019 · 99m · Drama, ComedyA 17-year-old boy breaks out of juvenile detention to find his therapy dog. His search leads him on a journey through the Spanish region of Cantabria, where he reconnects with his brother and grandmother.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 4
WoundedMovie · 2013 · 98m · DramaFernando Franco's debut film centers on Ana, a 30-year-old ambulance driver who excels at her job but struggles with personal relationships. Unbeknownst to her, Ana battles Borderline Personality Disorder, which manifests as self-destructive tendencies, alcohol abuse, and self-harm. Ultimately, she finds herself unable to achieve her deepest desire: happiness.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.1 - 5
AneMovie · 2018 · 23mAne's birthday brings the gift she's wanted: a car repaired by her neighbor, Jon. This would allow her and her mother, María, to leave the neighborhood – at least until things settle down. But Ane doesn't want to leave. A new government measure will close the Gaztetxe in their neighborhood, and everyone needs to fight to stop it. Ane understands that achieving her goals will require sacrifice.IMDb 3.3 - 6
Lucky StarMovie · 1997 · 95m · DramaMarina, who wears a glass eye, is attacked, and a compassionate butcher named Rafael witnesses the assault. Rafael rescues Marina from her attacker, Daniel.
An unlikely connection develops between them as they face life's difficulties. A surprise occurs when Marina gives birth to a child who is not Rafael’s. Rafael had lost his testicles in an accident. Despite this, Rafael wants to raise the baby as his own if Marina agrees.
The film examines resilience, acceptance, and love that overcome physical limitations. It portrays how two imperfect people find each other and learn to accept their flaws, building a family despite everything. Their journey reveals the true meaning of love and kindness, showing that happiness can be found in unexpected places.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 7
The InnocenceMovie · 2019 · 92m · DramaLis is a teenager dreaming of a career as a circus artist and escaping her hometown, even if it means defying her parents. During the summer, she enjoys time with friends and a boyfriend who is a few years her senior. Because of a lack of privacy and nosy neighbors, Lis must keep their relationship hidden from her parents – a secret that will change her life forever.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 8
My Life Without MeMovie · 2003 · 106m · Drama, RomanceKnowing she has only two months left to live, a mother secretly compiles a list of experiences she wants to have before she passes away, keeping her impending illness hidden from her family.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.1 - 9
KikaMovie · 1993 · 117m · Comedy, DramaA grieving American author, Nicholas, experiences unexpected love and tragedy when he hires Kika, a cosmetologist, to prepare his deceased son’s body. During her work, Kika accidentally revives the young man. This strange event sparks a passionate connection between Kika and the now-living son, who struggles to adjust. Meanwhile, Nicholas becomes obsessed with Kika and will do anything to have her, creating a complicated love triangle that explores morality and desire. This darkly comedic drama examines love, loss, and obsession through an unconventional story that constantly surprises.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 10
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 - 11
KlausMovie · 2019 · 97m · Animation, Family, AdventureA self-centered mail carrier and a withdrawn toymaker develop an unexpected bond, bringing happiness to a bleak town yearning for warmth.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.2 - 12
Running Out of TimeMovie · 1994 · 93m · Drama, ThrillerThis intense drama follows Antonio, an aging member of the Basque separatist group ETA, deeply committed to his cause but battling inner doubts. Days before a planned attack, he meets Charo, a young woman caught in a dangerous life of drugs and violence, yet holding onto a resilient innocence. Their lives become connected, forcing Antonio to confront a difficult choice: continue on a path of destruction, or allow his relationship with Charo to spark a change and break free from violence? The film examines themes of redemption, personal transformation, and the strength of the human spirit when facing hardship.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 13
Don't Blame Karma on What Happens to You for Being an AssholeMovie · 2016 · 98m · Comedy, RomanceA Madrid feather-fashion designer's life and her entire family is thrown into chaos when a musician unexpectedly reappears – an old high school crush of hers who is now involved with her model sister.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.2 - 14
Neither God, Nor Master or HusbandMovie · 2010 · 113mIn 1896, Virginia Bolten, a prominent thirty-year-old anarchist, travels to Buenos Aires. There, she reunites with her friend Matilda and meets other women working in the Volpon Genaro mill, enduring difficult conditions.IMDb 6.4 - 15
Julia's EyesMovie · 2010 · 118m · Horror, ThrillerJulia, who is losing her sight to a degenerative disease, discovers her blind sister Sara has been found dead in a basement. Although the scene appears to be a suicide, Julia is convinced something else happened and begins to investigate, following her gut feeling that it's actually a murder.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 16
The MethodMovie · 2005 · 117m · Drama, ThrillerSeven people compete for a top executive role at a global corporation, gathering for an assessment in a downtown skyscraper. The candidates represent a range of personalities: the successful one, the assertive one, the anxious one, the judgmental one, and the hesitant one.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7 - 17
SidetrackedMovie · 2015 · 103m · ComedyA couple struggling with difficulties in the countryside find their lives further complicated by their brother and sister's issues in the city. The entire family attempts to navigate these challenges together, searching for a way forward.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 18
The Bastards' Fig TreeMovie · 2017 · 103mA zealous nationalist dreads revenge from the son of someone he killed. To appease the boy, he makes a desperate move: he constantly watches over a fig tree the boy planted at his father’s grave. Over time, the man's solitary vigil attracts visitors, irritating his former associates.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 19
The Photographer of MauthausenMovie · 2018 · 111m · Drama, History, ThrillerSpanish photographer Francesc Boix is a prisoner at the Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp, working for the SS Photographic Service. From 1943 to 1945, he secretly hides thousands of negatives with fellow prisoners, intending to expose the Nazis' atrocities to a liberated world through his exhaustive documentation. He later becomes a crucial witness during the Nuremberg Trials.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 20
Buñuel en el laberinto de las tortugasMovie · 2015 · 19mIn 1932 Spain, acclaimed filmmaker Luis Buñuel journeys to Las Hurdes, a remote region in Extremadura. There, he films his third project: a sharply critical documentary exposing the harsh realities faced by impoverished peasants who have been neglected by the government. The film sparks controversy upon its release.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.0 - 21
Can't Say GoodbyeMovie · 2017 · 96mCarla receives a call from her hometown in Southern Spain. Her father, with whom she has had no contact for years, is seriously ill. Ignoring advice, she resolves to bring him to Barcelona, believing it's the only place where he can receive the treatment he needs.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6 - 22
Everyone Off to JailMovie · 1993 · 99mAt a Valencia prison, a ceremony is held to honor those imprisoned for political beliefs during Franco's dictatorship. The gathering quickly becomes chaotic and unpredictable for the event's planners.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 23
Orbiter 9Movie · 2017 · 95m · Drama, Science Fiction, RomanceHelena, a young woman on a long space mission, has been isolated for two decades. Her parents left the ship after a technical problem prevented them from reaching their destination together. Then, Alex, a solitary engineer, enters her life, changing everything.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 24
Talk to HerMovie · 2002 · 112m · Drama, RomanceTwo men develop an unusual bond as they look after two women who are both unconscious.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 25
DeepMovie · 2017 · 92m · Animation, Family, AdventureIn the year 2100, after humans have left Earth, a community of unusual and elaborate creatures continues to flourish in the deepest parts of the ocean.IMDb 4.2TMDB 6.0 - 26
The Next SkinMovie · 2016 · 100m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerAfter eight years of being presumed dead, a missing teenager returns home to a family irrevocably changed by his disappearance. As he reintegrates, questions begin to surface, and the family slowly starts to wonder if the boy who has returned is truly the person they lost.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7 - 27
ToroMovie · 2016 · 105m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerToro, a young con man working for mob boss Romano in Torremolinos, Spain, wants to leave his criminal life behind. His attempt to do so goes wrong, resulting in his brother's death and his own imprisonment. Five years later, Romano discovers Toro's brother, López, is stealing from his tourism business. To recover the money, Romano kidnaps López's young daughter, Diana. Desperate, López seeks out Toro, who is nearing parole after serving time for a third-degree offense and just wants to marry his girlfriend Estrella. Toro agrees to help López, and together they confront Romano. Toro attacks Romano's men and escapes with Diana, fleeing from Romano’s relentless pursuit. Meanwhile, Toro counts down the days until his release from prison.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 28
JulietaMovie · 2016 · 98m · Drama, RomanceThe film follows Julieta through three decades, beginning with a hopeful 1985 and culminating in 2015, when her life seems shattered and she teeters on the edge of losing her mind.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 29
Fire Will ComeMovie · 2019 · 86m · DramaAfter serving a prison sentence for starting a fire, Amador Coro returns to his remote hometown in the Galician mountains. He settles back into a quiet life with his elderly mother, Benedicta, and their three cows, living in harmony with nature. This peaceful existence is shattered one night when a devastating fire sweeps through the region.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 30
Prison 77Movie · 2022 · 125m · DramaBarcelona, 1977. Manuel, a young accountant, is imprisoned and faces a harsh 6 to 8 year sentence for embezzlement – a punishment that seems excessive for the crime. He and his cellmate Pino join COPEL, a group advocating for prisoners' rights and amnesty. Their efforts spark a prison rebellion that challenges the Spanish prison system. As changes occur in society, the prisoners must fight for their own freedom. This is a story of friendship, solidarity, and the pursuit of liberation, based on true events.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 31
The Tree of BloodMovie · 2018 · 130m · DramaMarc and Rebeca, a young couple, visit their family's old country house. While writing the history of their ancestors together, they build an extensive family tree. It reveals a complex past filled with love, heartbreak, sex, madness, jealousy, and infidelity, all concealed beneath a history of secrets.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 32
Dear Werner (Walking on Cinema)Movie · 2020 · 80mIn 1974, Werner Herzog walked from Munich to Paris as a gesture of devotion to save his mentor, Lotte Eisner. In 2020, a young filmmaker retraces Herzog's steps, driven by love for the iconic director. The journey takes him through villages and landscapes, confronting loneliness and harsh conditions while searching for the essence of filmmaking. The film features exclusive narration from Werner Herzog, based on his book "Of Walking in Ice."IMDb 6.2 - 33
ThesisMovie · 1996 · 125m · Horror, ThrillerDriven by a desire to understand violence, Ángela begins researching it for her thesis. While studying different accounts, she discovers a disturbing video showing the brutal torture and murder of a young woman. Ángela is shocked to learn the victim was a student at her university. As her academic work becomes deeply personal, Ángela feels compelled to uncover the truth behind the crime and seek justice for the victim. The investigation reveals the darkest aspects of human nature, challenging Ángela's worldview and exposing the hidden realities of society.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 34
GraffitiMovie · 2016 · 30mEdgar and his dog explore the deserted remains of a once-great city. Returning home one day, Edgar discovers the name "Anna" spray-painted on his wall. He becomes consumed by the mystery of who Anna is.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 35
Nobody Will Speak of Us When We're DeadMovie · 1995 · 104m · Drama, ThrillerA hardened hitman in Madrid is hunting an alcoholic prostitute who has fled her life after witnessing a crime. Driven by his job and a growing curiosity, he relentlessly pursues her through the city's nightlife. As they chase each other, an unexpected connection develops between them. The hitman questions his own morality while trying to capture her, and the prostitute battles her inner struggles during this dangerous game. Set in Madrid, the film explores themes of redemption and the complexities of right and wrong, building suspense until the final moments.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 36
Lots of Kids, a Monkey and a CastleMovie · 2017 · 91m · DocumentaryThis Spanish comedy-drama follows Julita, a spirited matriarch who gets three wishes: many children, a castle, and a monkey. Her unique personality and fondness for unusual things have always shaped her family's life in interesting ways. When financial problems arise, they must sell their cherished castle, leading Julita’s grown children to sift through memories while searching for valuable items.
Gustavo Salmerón, a director formerly known as an actor, creates a funny yet touching story about this unusual family. The film playfully examines Spanish culture, Catholicism, and the country's economic challenges, exploring the complexities of family, the impact of wishes, and the strength of hope during hard times. Salmerón’s film is full of memorable characters and offers both humor and heartfelt moments.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 37
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 - 38
All About My MotherMovie · 1999 · 101m · Comedy, DramaManuela travels from Madrid to Barcelona hoping to find her son's father, a man she's never known. During her journey, she meets a variety of people: a bold transgender sex worker, a troubled actress struggling with her career, and a kind nun who is pregnant despite having HIV. These encounters shape Manuela's experience as she deals with grief, learns to accept things, and explores the difficulties of human connection. Ultimately, she finds strength in herself and in the people she meets.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 39
God's Crooked LinesMovie · 2022 · 155m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerAlice Gould, a private investigator, feigns mental illness to gain admission to a psychiatric hospital. Her goal is to investigate the death of a patient whose circumstances remain suspicious and unclear.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 40
The Holy InnocentsMovie · 1984 · 107m · DramaIn 1960s rural Spain, Paco and Régula struggle to make ends meet as tenant farmers for a wealthy landowner. Raising three children, one with special needs, their already difficult life worsens when Régula’s brother is suddenly dismissed from his long-held job. Seeking shelter with them, he stirs up tensions as the family confronts social inequality and a rigid system that keeps them trapped in poverty. This moving drama portrays the hardships of rural Spain during this time, examining resilience, family, and the power of hope.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.8 - 41
Quién te cantaráMovie · 2018 · 125m · Music, Drama, MysteryLila, a renowned retired singer, suffers an accident that causes memory loss right as she's finalizing her plans to return to performing.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 42
PrincessesMovie · 2005 · 113m · DramaCaye, a young woman hiding her work as a prostitute from her family, forms a close friendship with Zulema, her striking Dominican neighbor. Caye discovers Zulema, an undocumented immigrant, badly injured after an assault. Their bond deepens, largely unnoticed by Caye's prejudiced coworkers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 43
The TunnelMovie · 2017 · 95m · Drama, ComedyThirteen people are trapped in a collapsed tunnel for fifteen days. Inside the claustrophobic darkness, their lives become connected to those above ground, who grapple with the unimaginable disaster. The film explores resilience, hope, and the strength of the human spirit through raw emotion and the stark contrast between the tunnel and the outside world, as the survivors fight to endure and find a way to escape.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.3 - 44
Women on the Verge of a Nervous BreakdownMovie · 1988 · 88m · Comedy, DramaFollowing her lover's departure, Pepa feels life is unbearable and plans to end it with a lethal combination of sleeping pills and gazpacho. However, unexpected events disrupt her carefully laid plans. An unusual visitor arrives, followed by a surprising delivery, turning her world upside down. As these peculiar occurrences unfold, Pepa begins to reconsider her decision, leading to a story about love, loss, and finding beauty in life's unpredictable moments.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 45
Cross the LineMovie · 2020 · 92m · Thriller, CrimeA kind man is forced into a deadly fight. He acts to protect himself, but afterward questions whether he can truly escape the consequences of taking a life.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8 - 46
The WarningMovie · 2018 · 92m · Thriller, Drama, FantasyWhen a threatening letter arrives for ten-year-old Nico, his life is suddenly at risk. He finds himself with no one to turn to but a stranger who believes his story.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 47
The Motorcycle DiariesMovie · 2004 · 126m · DramaThis film is based on the journals of Che Guevara, the leader of the Cuban Revolution. In his writings, Guevara details his experiences with his close friend Alberto Granado during a motorcycle journey across South America in the early 1950s.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 48
PlacidoMovie · 1962 · 84m · ComedyDuring the Christmas holidays in a charming Spanish town, wealthy older women host dinners, inviting homeless people to share a meal in their homes. Plácido, a working-class man, is hired to parade through the town on his three-wheeled vehicle as part of the event. What begins as a simple task becomes a journey filled with unexpected difficulties that challenge Plácido's strength, empathy, and resolve. This touching story examines human kindness, societal norms, and how friendship can change lives when facing hardship.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 49
The HeiferMovie · 1985 · 122m · Comedy, WarDuring the Spanish Civil War, a group of Republican soldiers undertake a risky mission. They plan to steal a bull from the enemy to provide food for their own troops, disrupting celebrations in the process. Their journey is filled with humorous and bizarre situations, revealing both the difficult truths of war and the strong bonds formed between soldiers facing hardship. It's a story about staying strong and finding connection, exploring themes of survival, hope, and the unwavering spirit of those fighting for what they believe in.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 50
The August VirginMovie · 2019 · 125m · ComedyEva decides to spend August in Madrid as a hopeful gesture. She wants to experience life differently and view summer as a chance for something new. Amidst the celebrations and gatherings, she begins to realize she still has time and that a fresh start is possible.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 51
Dawn Breaks, Which Is No Small ThingMovie · 1989 · 106m · ComedyTeodoro, a Spanish engineer working as a university professor in America, takes a sabbatical to return to Spain. He explores his homeland, reconnecting with loved ones while reflecting on life, culture, and his place in two different worlds. This time away from teaching becomes a personal journey, prompting him to reconsider his identity, ambitions, and what truly makes him happy.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 52
One for AllMovie · 2020 · 91m · DramaA substitute teacher accepts a position as a year 6 class teacher in an unfamiliar village. He works to help a student readjust to school life, but faces resistance from the student's classmates.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 53
The BrideMovie · 2015 · 93m · Drama, RomanceInspired by Federico García Lorca's play "Blood Wedding," La novia tells the story of a passionate love triangle. A bride deserts her groom, overwhelmed by the intense desires of her lover, Leonordo.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 54
The EuropeansMovie · 2020 · 89mSpain, 1958. Miguel and Antonio, both single men in their thirties, travel to Ibiza drawn by the island's reputation for sexual liberation and a promise of freedom. However, their experience there proves far different from what they imagined.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4 - 55
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 - 56
At the End of the TunnelMovie · 2016 · 120m · Crime, ThrillerA paraplegic computer engineer, who lives in his basement and uses a wheelchair, begins hearing noises and voices that sound like bank robbers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 57
For 80 DaysMovie · 2010 · 104mAxun, a 70-year-old woman, is asked to care for her daughter's ex-husband after he's badly hurt in a car crash. She's surprised to find Maite, her teenage best friend, is caring for the other patient in the same hospital room – they haven't seen each other in over 50 years. During their visits, it becomes clear their deep connection from adolescence endures, and those feelings are rekindled. The film explores the blurred line between friendship and desire.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.5 - 58
Everybody KnowsMovie · 2018 · 132m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerLaura, a Spanish woman living in Buenos Aires, travels to her hometown near Madrid with her Argentinian husband and children. Their trip takes an unexpected turn as unforeseen events reveal hidden secrets.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 59
[REC]Movie · 2007 · 78m · Horror, MysteryA TV reporter and her cameraman enter a darkened apartment building with first responders, only to be unexpectedly trapped inside with a terrifying presence.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 60
Thirty SoulsMovie · 2017 · 80mTwelve-year-old Alba is driven by a desire to understand death. With her best friend Samuel, she explores abandoned buildings, forgotten villages, and remote mountains – places that seem to hide a hidden world. Their journey is an attempt to uncover the unexplained connection between the living and the dead.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.8 - 61
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 - 62
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 - 63
Shrew's NestMovie · 2014 · 91m · Horror, Thriller, DramaMadrid, Spain, 1950s. Montse suffers from severe agoraphobia, confined to her apartment and finding solace only in caring for her younger sister. Her isolated world is shattered when Carlos, a spirited young neighbor, falls down the stairs and seeks refuge at their door. A disruption has occurred in Montse's carefully controlled life, and it's unclear if Carlos will ever be allowed to leave.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 64
The Death of Louis XIVMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, HistoryAugust 1715. During a walk, Louis XIV experiences a leg pain. In the following days, the king continues with his duties, but struggles to sleep and develops a high fever. He eats very little and grows progressively weaker. This marks the beginning of the great French king's prolonged suffering, as he is attended by family and physicians.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 65
ChinasMovie · 2023 · 119mIn Madrid, Spain, Lucía and Xiang, two nine-year-old Chinese girls, meet at the start of the school year.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 66
Notes for a Heist FilmMovie · 2018 · 90mThis is a story about a heist. A rare opportunity arises to bring a dream to life: a movie centered around a daring robbery.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 67
María (and Everybody Else)Movie · 2016 · 90mSince her mother passed away when she was fifteen, Maria has been the primary caregiver for her father and siblings. She’s always been dependable and in charge, taking pride in her role as the family’s support. So, her father's sudden affection for his nurse and their announcement of marriage shatters her world. At 35, and struggling to find a partner herself, Maria must finally consider making a change and pursuing her own happiness.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.7 - 68
The Island of LiesMovie · 2020 · 94mJanuary 2, 1921. Off the coast of Sálvora Island in northern Spain, the steamship Santa Isabel sinks with over two hundred emigrants. Three local women, María, Josefa, and Cipriana, who risked their lives in a small boat to rescue survivors, are hailed as heroes by officials. However, León, an Argentinean journalist, begins investigating the incident, raising doubts about the official story.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 69
Asier ETA biokMovie · 2014 · 94mAsier and I were childhood friends in the Basque Country. Then, one day, he vanished. Later, I learned he had joined the terrorist group ETA.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.4 - 70
Black BreadMovie · 2010 · 108m · Crime, DramaIn post-war Catalonia, young Andreu, whose family lost the war, discovers the bodies of a man and his son in the woods. The authorities aim to blame Andreu's father for their deaths. Determined to clear his father's name, Andreu investigates the truth behind the killings, developing a strong sense of right and wrong as he uncovers a world built on deceit. His quest for answers forces him to betray his own identity, leading him to a shocking discovery about the darkness within himself.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 71
Sleep TightMovie · 2011 · 101m · Thriller, HorrorCésar, a concierge, finds himself developing unusual connections with the varied residents of the upscale Barcelona apartment building where he works.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 72
Sara's NotebookMovie · 2018 · 115m · ThrillerFor years, Laura has searched for her sister Sara, who disappeared in the Congo jungle. Neither her organization nor the embassy has any updates until a photograph surfaces showing Sara in a mining town. It appears Sara is being held captive by The Hawk, a notorious rebel leader who controls the criminal networks exploiting the valuable mineral coltan.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 73
The Anarchist's WifeMovie · 2008 · 112mWhen Spain is torn apart by civil war, Manuela is left behind as her husband Justo fights for his beliefs against Franco's Nationalists. He is eventually deported to a concentration camp. After his release, Justo joins the French resistance to continue his fight against nationalism. Years pass with no news from him, but Manuela holds onto hope of being reunited with her husband.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 74
PiggyMovie · 2022 · 99m · Drama, HorrorA teenage girl who is frequently bullied because of her weight finds a glimmer of hope when the people who harass her are suddenly and violently taken away by an enigmatic stranger.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 75
MarshlandMovie · 2014 · 104m · Crime, Mystery, Thriller1980s rural Spain. A string of horrific murders targeting teenage girls in a secluded town draws together two detectives from the homicide division, who are very different from each other, to solve the crimes.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 76
Welcome Mr. Marshall!Movie · 1953 · 78mThe small Spanish town of Villar del Río prepares for the arrival of American diplomats, hoping to gain benefits from the Marshall Plan. The townspeople, eager to showcase a familiar side of Spanish culture, adopt Andalusian costumes, hire a flamenco performer, and redecorate the town in Andalusian style while awaiting the diplomats' uncertain arrival.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.4 - 77
Spanish AffairMovie · 2014 · 98m · Comedy, RomanceRafael, a man from Seville who has always lived in southern Spain, decides to leave everything behind to follow Amaia, a woman from the Basque Country who is different from anyone he's ever met.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 78
AirbagMovie · 1997 · 125m · Comedy, Action, CrimeJuantxo, accustomed to his mother's care, finds himself in unexpected danger when he's caught between rival criminal groups. As he prepares for marriage, a comical mistake leads him to lose his wedding ring in a Mafioso-run brothel. The owner, Villambrosa, takes notice, and his rival, the gangster Souza, sends Fatima to investigate. Juantxo and his friends' attempt to recover the ring plunges them into a violent power struggle between the crime lords. This film follows Juantxo as he navigates friendship, love, and peril, learning from the consequences of his actions and the complexities of growing up.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 79
The Romantic ExilesMovie · 2015 · 70mThree Spanish friends in their thirties – Vito, Luis, and Francesco – take a spontaneous van trip to Paris. They're searching for a reunion with past loves, idealized and now faded, possibly driven by a desire to rediscover themselves and feel alive again.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.2 - 80
Dying of LaughterMovie · 1999 · 113m · ComedyNino and Bruno are a comedy duo who gain instant popularity performing funny sketches on television. Their careers quickly explode, making them overnight sensations. However, behind the fame, tensions rise between the friends and partners. Their growing animosity puts their act and hard-won success at risk. The audience gets an honest look at the difficult realities of fame and rivalry that can hide beneath a glamorous image.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 81
While at WarMovie · 2019 · 108m · Drama, History, WarSalamanca, Spain, 1936. At the start of the Spanish Civil War (1936-39), writer Miguel de Unamuno backs the military rebellion, believing it will bring an end to the country's political turmoil. However, as the conflict escalates into violence, Unamuno is forced to reconsider his original stance.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 82
An Autumn Without BerlinMovie · 2015 · 95mJune returns to her hometown after a long journey, hoping to reconnect with Diego, her first love, and her father. She wants to revive their teenage dream of moving to Berlin. However, she discovers that years have changed Diego; he is now withdrawn and rarely leaves his home.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 83
My Big NightMovie · 2015 · 98m · Comedy, Music, DramaCoslada, a suburb of Madrid, Spain, October 2015. Hundreds of extras are confined to a large set, feigning ecstatic celebration for a New Year's Eve television broadcast. However, a week later, escalating conflicts among the crew threaten to extend this maddening ordeal indefinitely.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.3 - 84
The Endless TrenchMovie · 2019 · 148m · Drama, History, ThrillerHuelva, Andalusia, Spain, 1936. Higinio and Rosa are newlyweds when the Civil War begins. Fearing repercussions from the Nationalist forces, Higinio takes refuge in a hidden hole he's dug within their own home.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 85
Advantages of Travelling by TrainMovie · 2019 · 104m · Drama, ThrillerFollowing her internship with her husband at a secluded psychiatric facility, book editor Helga Pato travels home by train and encounters a mysterious man who claims to be a psychiatrist.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 86
The RealmMovie · 2018 · 132m · Thriller, Mystery, DramaManuel, a prominent Spanish politician whose privileged life is built on illegal dealings, faces exposure when a newspaper reveals his activities. To avoid imprisonment, he chooses to betray his entire political party. This decision endangers the lives of many people.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 87
Common WealthMovie · 2000 · 109m · Comedy, Thriller, CrimeA real estate agent named Julia discovers a large sum of money hidden in the apartment of a deceased man. This unexpected windfall draws the attention of the community's eccentric residents, who are determined to reclaim the money, no matter the cost.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 88
A Perfect DayMovie · 2015 · 106m · Comedy, Drama, WarBalkans, 1995. A team of aid workers attempts to resolve a seemingly straightforward issue in a region recovering from a brutal war. However, they encounter persistent obstacles from local residents, withdrawing soldiers, UN personnel, livestock, and a frustratingly complex bureaucracy.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 89
VolverMovie · 2006 · 121m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn Madrid, a resourceful woman from a working-class background uncovers family secrets with the assistance of her teenage daughter and hairdresser sister.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 90
NerudaMovie · 2016 · 108m · DramaChile, 1948. As the Cold War takes hold, celebrated Communist Senator and poet Pablo Neruda is accused of betraying his party by the government. President González Videla revokes Neruda's parliamentary immunity, and the Chief of Investigative Police orders Inspector Óscar Peluchonneau to arrest him. Neruda and his wife, painter Delia del Carril, attempt to flee the country but are forced to go into hiding.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3 - 91
El BolaMovie · 2000 · 88m · Drama*El Bola* follows 12-year-old El Bola, who grew up in a harsh home and keeps to himself to avoid the shame of his family. A new student's arrival at school shifts his perspective on his peers and the possibility of friendship. The film centers on the profound transformation in El Bola’s life that occurs after he befriends this new classmate.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 92
ChampionsMovie · 2018 · 124m · Comedy, Family, DramaA former basketball coach, whose career has fallen apart, gets a new opportunity: coaching the Los Amigos, a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon discovers that this team might actually have the potential to compete for a national championship.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5 - 93
The Girl of Your DreamsMovie · 1998 · 121m · Comedy, Drama, WarThe film follows a group of bold Spanish filmmakers who flee the oppressive rule of General Franco. They make a risky decision to team up with German producers while Hitler is in power. Working in a foreign land under the threat of two dictatorships creates conflict as they struggle with artistic freedom, political pressure, and their own beliefs. The story examines censorship, how people persevere, and the strength of art when facing difficult times.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 94
Between Two WatersMovie · 2018 · 135mIsra and Cheito are brothers who have lived very different lives. Isra is released from prison, and Cheito returns home after a long tour with the Marines. They both go back to their island home of San Fernando, and their reunion stirs up memories of their father's violent death when they were young. As they try to rebuild their lives and confront the past, the brothers find themselves drawn together.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 95
AdúMovie · 2020 · 119m · DramaIn Cameroon, a six-year-old boy and his older sister wait at an airstrip, hoping to stow away on a plane to Europe. Nearby, an environmental activist is haunted by the image of a dead elephant. Thousands of miles away in Melilla, Spanish civil guards prepare for a violent confrontation with a large crowd of people from sub-Saharan Africa attempting to cross the border. These three stories, connected by a common thread, follow characters unaware that their lives are about to intersect, forever changing their futures.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 96
No Rest for the WickedMovie · 2011 · 114m · ThrillerMadrid, at the start of the 20th century. Police Inspector Santos Trinidad, returning home heavily intoxicated, becomes implicated in a triple murder. A surviving witness could prove damning. Santos then begins hunting the witness to silence them. Meanwhile, Judge Chacón methodically investigates the murders, closing in on the true killer. Santos and Chacón soon realize the case, initially appearing to be about drug trafficking, is far more complex and dangerous than it seems.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 97
TrumanMovie · 2015 · 105m · Drama, ComedyIn Madrid, Canada native Tomás visits his friend Julián. Together with Julián’s dog, Truman, they experience a series of unexpected and heartfelt moments over the course of just a few days as Julián navigates a difficult time.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 98
BMovie · 2015 · 80mOn July 15, 2013, Luis Barcenas, former treasurer of a major political party, was moved from prison to the National Court to give testimony. He had previously maintained his innocence. Now, he is expected to reveal the truth.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1 - 99
The Long Way HomeMovie · 2015 · 80mJoel discovers his wife's dog, Elvis, barely alive. This unexpected event compels him to leave his home, a place he's been avoiding. While rushing out, he mistakenly leaves his keys inside, leading him to spend the day frantically trying to regain access to his apartment, his only refuge.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.2 - 100
To WarMovie · 2018 · 65mThis documentary examines the memories and isolation of a retired Cuban soldier through close observation of his physical presence and unique movements. It's a war film without combat, focusing on a special forces veteran grappling with the wounds of the past. Thirty years after a fateful mission, he seeks out the surviving members of his commando unit.IMDb 6.4
