El Filandón (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1985, El Filandón is a fantasy, drama, horror and mystery film directed by José María Martín Sarmiento, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. According to legend, Pelayo became a martyr and saint by sacrificing himself to save his king, Bermudo de León. Now, people gather to explain their history and ask for disaster protection.
Who’s in it. El Filandón stars Magín Mayo as Santero, Julio Llamazares as Himself, José María Merino as Himself and Luis Mateo Díez as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, El Filandón has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Filandón page.
If you liked it. Fans of El Filandón tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Filandón (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Filandón change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Filandón worth watching?
- El Filandón holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Filandón?
- El Filandón stars Magín Mayo, Julio Llamazares, José María Merino, Luis Mateo Díez and Pedro Trapiello.
- When was El Filandón released?
- El Filandón was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.