You’re Missing the Point (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1940, You’re Missing the Point is a comedy film directed by Juan Bustillo Oro, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Cantinflas, the boyfriend of the servant of a rich industrial man, gets into the house in order to kill a mad dog. Suddenly this man appears so the servant tells him that Cantinflas is his wife's brother (Leonardo), who had been lost for years. The rich man then remembers that his father in law's testament could only be paid when all brothers get together, so treats Cantinflas, a real bum, as a king.
Who’s in it. You’re Missing the Point stars Cantinflas as Cantinflas, Joaquín Pardavé as Cayetano Lastre, Sara García as Clotilde Regalado and Sofía Álvarez as Dolores del Paso de Lastre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, You’re Missing the Point sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch You’re Missing the Point page.
If you liked it. Fans of You’re Missing the Point tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch You’re Missing the Point (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for You’re Missing the Point change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is You’re Missing the Point worth watching?
- You’re Missing the Point holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in You’re Missing the Point?
- You’re Missing the Point stars Cantinflas, Joaquín Pardavé, Sara García, Sofía Álvarez and Dolores Camarillo.
- When was You’re Missing the Point released?
- You’re Missing the Point was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.