Cassandro(2023)
“Changing the game, one match at a time.”
Overview
The true story of Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso that rises to international stardom after he creates the character Cassandro, the “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” In the process, he upends not just the macho wrestling world but also his own life.
Director
Roger Ross Williams
Studio
Motto Pictures
Cast
Gael García Bernal
as Saúl "Cassandro"
Roberta Colindrez
as Sabrina
Perla de la Rosa
as Yocasta
Joaquín Cosío
as Lorenzo
Raúl Castillo
as Gerardo
El Hijo del Santo
as El Hijo del Santo
Bad Bunny
as Felipe
Gigántico
as Murder Clown
Yavor Vesselinov
as Pete
Leonardo Alonso
as El Mysterioso
Gilberto Barraza
as Comandante Gómez
Carmen Ledesma
as Rosie
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2023
Runtime
1h 46m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Production Companies
Motto Pictures • Escape Artists • Grand Illusion Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Cassandro?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Cassandro (2023).
What is Cassandro about?▼
The true story of Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso that rises to international stardom after he creates the character Cassandro, the “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” In the process, he upends not just the macho wrestling world but also his own life.
Who directed Cassandro?▼
Cassandro was directed by Roger Ross Williams and released in 2023. It is a drama film.
How long is Cassandro?▼
Cassandro has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
Who stars in Cassandro?▼
The cast of Cassandro includes Gael García Bernal as Saúl "Cassandro", Roberta Colindrez as Sabrina, Perla de la Rosa as Yocasta, Joaquín Cosío as Lorenzo, Raúl Castillo as Gerardo and more.
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