The Cisco Kid (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1994, The Cisco Kid is a comedy and western film directed by Luis Valdez, running about 91 minutes. “The legend continues...but not the way you'd think!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This update of the 1950 western TV series changes Cisco and Pancho from wandering heroes of the old west to somewhat anti-"gringo" Mexican revolutionaries.
Who’s in it. The Cisco Kid stars Jimmy Smits as Cisco Kid, Cheech Marin as Pancho, Sadie Frost as Dominique and Bruce Payne as General Martin Dupre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Cisco Kid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cisco Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cisco Kid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cisco Kid (1994)?
- In US, The Cisco Kid is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Cisco Kid worth watching?
- The Cisco Kid holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cisco Kid?
- The Cisco Kid stars Jimmy Smits, Cheech Marin, Sadie Frost, Bruce Payne and Ron Perlman.
- When was The Cisco Kid released?
- The Cisco Kid was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.