The Impostor (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1997, The Impostor is a notable film directed by Alejandro Maci.
What it’s about. This drama is based on a novel and incomplete screenplay by the late Maria Luis Bemberg. In 1930s Argentina, wealthy Sebastian (Antonio Birabent) leaves his Buenos Aires home for the family estate on the pampas. His family, concerned for his physical and mental health, arranges for Sebastian's childhood friend Juan (Walter Quiroz) to check on Sebastian's situation. Juan finds the highly erratic Sebastian caught in a doomed relationship with the Danish daughter of religious sect members. Unfortunately, Juan also becomes obsessed with the young woman, and Sebastian's suspicions increase.
Who’s in it. The Impostor stars Antonio Birabent as Sebastian Heredia, Walter Quiroz as Juan Medina, Belén Blanco as Teresita and Norman Briski as Dr. Medina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Impostor 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 Impostor page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Impostor (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Impostor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Impostor worth watching?
- The Impostor holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Impostor?
- The Impostor stars Antonio Birabent, Walter Quiroz, Belén Blanco, Norman Briski and Mónica Galán.
- When was The Impostor released?
- The Impostor was released in 1997.