The Bricklayers (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1976, The Bricklayers is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Jorge Fons, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. When a worker is found murdered on the construction side, the investigation swiftly turns from things criminal to the political circumstances surrounding the building itself. Widespread corruption and neglect by the builder himself are seen to have brought the situation about. Much of the movie is filmed using hand-held cameras, and the majority of the dialogue is in the difficult-to-understand and very slangy Spanish dialect of Mexico City's bricklayers.
Who’s in it. The Bricklayers stars Ignacio López Tarso as Don Jesus, Adalberto Martínez as Patotas, Jaime Fernández as Perez Gomez and José Alonso as Federico, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Bricklayers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bricklayers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bricklayers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bricklayers (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bricklayers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bricklayers worth watching?
- The Bricklayers holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bricklayers?
- The Bricklayers stars Ignacio López Tarso, Adalberto Martínez, Jaime Fernández, José Alonso and Salvador Sánchez.
- When was The Bricklayers released?
- The Bricklayers was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.