54 Spanish Films to Watch
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The PlatformMovie · 2019 · 95m · Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerFood is delivered to people in buildings above through a vertical structure. Those below receive little to nothing, leading to hunger and desperation. A revolt is brewing.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 2
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 - 3
BiutifulMovie · 2010 · 148m · DramaA man spiraling out of control seeks redemption, guided by glimpses of the other side. Uxbal, a father of two connected to the afterlife, confronts the looming presence of death. He battles a harsh reality and a relentless destiny as he strives for forgiveness – for love, and for lasting peace.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 4
The OrphanageMovie · 2007 · 105m · Horror, Drama, ThrillerA woman returns with her family to the orphanage where she grew up, planning to reopen it. Soon after, her son begins talking to a new, unseen friend.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 5
Pan's LabyrinthMovie · 2006 · 118m · Fantasy, Drama, WarFollowing the Spanish Civil War, ten-year-old Ofelia and her pregnant mother go to live with her abusive stepfather. She discovers a strange labyrinth and encounters a faun who tells her she might be a princess from a hidden kingdom. To find her real father, Ofelia must complete a series of bizarre and dangerous challenges that make it hard to tell what's real and what's not.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.8 - 6
Live FleshMovie · 1997 · 103m · Drama, Romance, ThrillerThis intense drama follows Victor, who returns after six years in prison with a burning desire for revenge. His past is tied to Elena, the woman he tried to win over, and David, the police officer who put him away – now married to her. Driven by a potent mix of regret and longing, Victor seeks retribution from David, navigating a dangerous path fueled by desire and obsession in his pursuit of redemption and love.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 7
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 - 8
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 - 9
AutomataMovie · 2014 · 110m · Thriller, Science FictionJacq Vaucan, an insurance agent for ROC Robotics Corporation, regularly investigates cases of robot manipulation. His latest case reveals a discovery with far-reaching implications for humanity's future.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 10
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 - 11
Pepi, Luci, BomMovie · 1980 · 82m · Comedy, DramaThis film follows a wealthy woman whose life changes after she experiences police brutality. Instead of giving in to hopelessness, she chooses to fight for justice by befriending the police officer's wife. She gently guides her new friend into the punk rock scene, where a group of unconventional companions offer acceptance and strength. The story explores friendship, social differences, and power within relationships, offering a unique perspective on societal expectations.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 12
I'm So Excited!Movie · 2013 · 90m · ComedyA plane flying from Madrid to Mexico City experiences a problem with its landing gear. Stranded and vulnerable, the diverse passengers share personal stories, while the flight crew tries to keep spirits up with unusual diversions.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 13
Broken EmbracesMovie · 2009 · 127m · Drama, Romance, ThrillerBlind writer Harry Caine is forced to confront a painful memory from fourteen years ago. At that time, he was Mateo Blanco, and he was in the process of directing his final film.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 14
American Dad!Movie · 2001 · 108m · Fantasy, Drama, HorrorSpain, 1939. As the Spanish Civil War ends, young Carlos arrives at the Santa Lucía orphanage. There, he forms friendships and rivalries while unknowingly following the subtle trail of someone driven by a desire for vengeance.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 15
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 - 16
Dark HabitsMovie · 1983 · 100m · Comedy, DramaA gifted cabaret singer confronts the devastating aftermath of a troubled relationship when her boyfriend dies from heroin addiction. Fleeing the authorities, she discovers an unexpected haven in a convent for women overcoming similar struggles. Her path to healing is difficult, as she battles guilt and self-doubt while adjusting to the convent's strict rules. This poignant drama explores forgiveness, strength, and the importance of finding support within a community during difficult times.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 17
What Have I Done to Deserve This?Movie · 1984 · 102m · Comedy, DramaThis film realistically portrays the difficulties of everyday life through the story of a weary housewife. She struggles to manage a chaotic home with an unsupportive husband, two rebellious sons, and a meddling mother-in-law. Adding to her challenges is her neighbor, a sex worker facing social prejudice. The film explores the resilience and strength of ordinary women as they navigate difficult relationships and circumstances.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 18
High HeelsMovie · 1991 · 114m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeThis drama follows Becky del Paramo and her daughter Rebeca as they struggle to reconcile after a difficult relationship is tested by unexpected events. When Rebeca's mother, a lively actress, returns for a concert, she discovers her daughter has married Manuel, one of her past lovers. As they try to rebuild their connection, a shocking murder occurs, dramatically changing their lives. The film explores forgiveness, identity, and family bonds, all while building suspense.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 19
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 - 20
Thesis on a HomicideMovie · 2013 · 106m · Thriller, DramaRoberto, a law professor, has his life upended when he becomes certain one of his brightest students is guilty of a violent crime. Driven to find out what really happened, he starts his own investigation.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 21
A Gun in Each HandMovie · 2012 · 90m · Comedy, RomanceJ. is struggling with depression. E. enjoys a quiet life. S. attempts to reconcile with his wife. G. uses anti-anxiety medication. P. engages in flirtatious behavior. María and Sara swap partners. L. communicates with his secret lover in an unusual manner.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 22
Jamon JamonMovie · 1992 · 95mJosé Luis works a comfortable job at the lingerie factory his mother owns. When he proposes to Silvia, a striking woman who works assembling underwear, his mother asks Raul, a man with aspirations of being a bullfighter and a possible model, to seduce her.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 23
Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!Movie · 1990 · 102m · Comedy, Romance, DramaRecently released from a mental institution, Ricky’s life becomes complicated when he reconnects with Marina, a successful actress and his former lover. He unexpectedly kidnaps her, holding her captive at his home.
The film examines the complex relationship between Ricky and Marina as he grapples with his past and intense feelings for her. Their tense dynamic explores obsession, mental health, and power. It questions how far someone might go seeking redemption or revenge when battling personal struggles. As they spend time together, the balance of power between them becomes increasingly unclear in this gripping psychological drama.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 24
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 - 25
Mondays in the SunMovie · 2002 · 113m · Drama, ComedyFollowing the closure of their shipyard in Northern Spain, a group of former colleagues – Santa, José, Lino, Amador, Sergei, and Reina – maintain contact. They often gather at a bar owned by their old friend Rico. Santa is the most outwardly self-assured and informally leads the group; he faces a court case stemming from breaking a shipyard lamp during a protest against the closure. José is resentful that his wife, Ana, is working while he remains unemployed.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 26
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 - 27
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 - 28
The Hidden FaceMovie · 2011 · 92m · Thriller, MysteryA Spanish orchestra conductor is confronted with the puzzling vanishing of his girlfriend.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 29
TimecrimesMovie · 2007 · 92m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA man accidentally activates a time machine, sending him back in time by nearly an hour. This initial journey sets off a chain of unforeseen and escalating disasters.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 30
MirageMovie · 2018 · 129m · Thriller, Drama, MysteryA young mother named Vera saves someone during a strange thunderstorm. However, her act of kindness sets off a series of unsettling and unforeseen events.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 31
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 - 32
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 - 33
Law of DesireMovie · 1987 · 102mSuccessful film director Pablo feels unfulfilled in his relationship with his younger lover, Juan. He throws himself into a new project: a monologue featuring his transgender sister, Tina. Meanwhile, Antonio, a reserved young man, develops a possessive love for Pablo and is determined to win him over at any cost.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 34
The Skin I Live InMovie · 2011 · 120m · Drama, Horror, MysteryA gifted plastic surgeon develops a revolutionary synthetic skin capable of withstanding extreme damage. He tests it on a captivating yet unpredictable woman who is central to his intense fixation.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 35
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 - 36
The Invisible GuestMovie · 2017 · 107m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerIn Barcelona, Spain, Adrián Doria, a promising young businessman, is accused of murder. He seeks out Virginia Goodman, a skilled interrogation lawyer, to discuss a defense plan during a late-night meeting.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 37
The Uninvited GuestMovie · 2005 · 110m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerStrange occurrences fuel the growing paranoia of an architect who starts to suspect a stranger is hiding within his expansive home.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 38
The Flower of My SecretMovie · 1995 · 106m · Drama, RomanceLeo is a successful romance novelist who uses a pen name because she dislikes her own writing. Her marriage feels empty; her husband is often away for work, leaving her feeling disconnected. As Leo questions her life and what she truly wants, she forms an unexpected connection with Ángel, a kind newspaper editor. He helps her reconsider her ideas about love and intimacy, leading them both on a journey of self-discovery and exploring the challenges of trust and acceptance in their relationship.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 39
Black SnowMovie · 2017 · 90m · Mystery, Drama, CrimeSalvador, haunted by the accusation that he killed his brother as a teenager, lives in isolation in Patagonia. Years later, his brother Marcos and sister-in-law Laura arrive to persuade him to sell the land they inherited together.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 40
Fermat's RoomMovie · 2007 · 88m · Mystery, ThrillerFour mathematicians are trapped in a room that's steadily shrinking. As the walls close in around them, they desperately try every possible solution to escape this deadly puzzle.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 41
Golden BallsMovie · 1993 · 95m · Comedy, DramaThis film follows a charming construction worker driven by ambition. He seeks to raise enough money for a major personal project. Using his charisma, he faces obstacles while trying to get the funds he needs, all while dealing with his own desires and imperfections. The story explores themes of ambition, passion, and the complexities of people striving to achieve their goals.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 42
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 - 43
Pain and GloryMovie · 2019 · 114m · DramaFilmmaker Salvador Mallo, nearing the end of his career, reflects on his life: his mother, his relationships, and the actors he collaborated with. He revisits the sixties in a Valencian village, the eighties in Madrid, and the present, grappling with profound emptiness and confronting his own mortality. He struggles with the end of his filmmaking, the blurring lines between his work and his personal life. He believes recounting his past might offer him a path to healing.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 44
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 - 45
When the Angels SleepMovie · 2018 · 94m · Thriller, CrimeGermán, a devoted family man, has his life shattered one night when he accidentally hits two teenage girls while driving home. He then fights desperately to protect his future from complete ruin.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 46
7th FloorMovie · 2013 · 84m · Drama, ThrillerIn Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sebastián, a successful lawyer, departs his ex-wife's apartment on the seventh floor to take his two children to school. As they descend the stairs, he takes the elevator. Upon reaching the ground floor, Sebastián waits for his children to join him.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 47
The Blind SunflowersMovie · 2008 · 98m · DramaOrense, Spain, 1940. In the aftermath of the Civil War, Elena and her children protect a dangerous secret: their husband and father, Ricardo, is hiding in their home. He's fleeing the brutal reprisals of the victorious regime, which relentlessly hunts down and punishes those who fought on the losing side.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 48
The Legacy of the BonesMovie · 2019 · 121m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryInspector Amaia Salazar returns to the Baztan valley to investigate a series of suicides that share a striking pattern.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 49
For the Good of OthersMovie · 2010 · 102mDr. Diego is a physician accustomed to high-pressure environments, emotionally detached from the suffering of others. He's distanced himself from his work, his partner, and his responsibilities as a father. During a troubling encounter, Diego is held at gunpoint. Afterward, he has fragmented memories – a gunshot and an unusual sensation, distinct from a bullet wound. Diego must make a life-altering choice with profound consequences for himself and those he cares about.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.2 - 50
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 - 51
The BodyMovie · 2012 · 107m · Thriller, MysteryA woman vanishes from a morgue under inexplicable circumstances. Police Inspector Jaime Peña investigates the baffling disappearance with the assistance of Álex Ulloa, the woman's husband.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 52
MatadorMovie · 1986 · 105m · Drama, ThrillerThis story centers on a young person who confesses to crimes they didn't commit. This decision triggers a series of events exposing the complicated relationships and motivations of those involved. Alongside this, a man and woman develop a strange and compelling connection, united by their shared interest in death. Their growing bond deepens the drama as the fallout from the false confession reveals a tangled network of lives and desires.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 53
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 - 54
The Sea InsideMovie · 2004 · 126m · DramaRamón Sampedro, a former ship mechanic and poet, became paralyzed after a diving accident. For thirty years, he tirelessly campaigned for the legal right to end his life. He forms strong bonds with his lawyer Julia and his friend Rosa, who encourages him to appreciate life. Even in his condition, Ramón inspires those around him to embrace life.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6
