Manuela & Manuel (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2007, Manuela & Manuel is a comedy and drama film directed by Raúl Marchand Sánchez, running about 94 minutes. “Friends can be such a drag” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Deep inside, Manuel has always been Manuela. Amidst her worst love crisis, Manuela reinvents herself as Manuel in order to pass as the fiancé of her best friend Coca - who is pregnant from a one-night stand and must face her conservative family. Hidden identities, misunderstandings, and the tension between two friends pretending to be what they are not, stage a colorful and up-beat story.
Who’s in it. Manuela & Manuel stars Humberto Busto as Manuela, Elena Iguina as Coca, Marian Pabón as Faraona and Sunshine Logroño as German, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Manuela & Manuel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manuela & Manuel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manuela & Manuel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manuela & Manuel (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manuela & Manuel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manuela & Manuel worth watching?
- Manuela & Manuel holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manuela & Manuel?
- Manuela & Manuel stars Humberto Busto, Elena Iguina, Marian Pabón, Sunshine Logroño and Ineabelle Colón.