The Prodigal Son (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1968, The Prodigal Son is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Servando González, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Suffering mother is reunited with her son after a long absence... and he turns out to be a real rotter.
Who’s in it. The Prodigal Son stars Libertad Lamarque as Alegría Román, Carlos Lico as Mario, Julián Bravo as Antonio and Adriana Roel as Rosalva, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Prodigal Son has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Prodigal Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Prodigal Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Prodigal Son (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Prodigal Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Prodigal Son worth watching?
- The Prodigal Son holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Prodigal Son?
- The Prodigal Son stars Libertad Lamarque, Carlos Lico, Julián Bravo, Adriana Roel and Claudia Islas.