Tobi (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1978, Tobi is a comedy and drama film directed by Antonio Mercero, running about 90 minutes. “Lolo Garcia is...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A story about a little boy who grows a pair of wings on his back, giving him the appearance of an angel. The boy draws the attention of his community including doctors, scientists and schoolmates. The wings are surgically removed but eventually they grow back.
Who’s in it. Tobi stars Lolo García as Tobi López, Silvia Tortosa as Marga, Norma Aleandro as Profesora and Antonio Ferrandis as Doctor Juldain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Tobi has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tobi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tobi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tobi (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tobi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tobi worth watching?
- Tobi holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Tobi?
- Tobi stars Lolo García, Silvia Tortosa, Norma Aleandro, Antonio Ferrandis and María Casanova.
- When was Tobi released?
- Tobi was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.