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The Mambo Kings(1992)

1h 44mDrama, MusicItalian
6.4/10
137 user ratings

With a suitcase full of song, Hearts filled with passion, two brothers come to America in search of a dream.

Overview

The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.

Director

Arne Glimcher

Studio

Warner Bros. Pictures

Revenue

$7M

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Cast

Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas

as Nestor Castillo

Armand Assante

Armand Assante

as Cesar Castillo

Cathy Moriarty

Cathy Moriarty

as Lanna Lake

Maruschka Detmers

Maruschka Detmers

as Delores Fuentes

Pablo Calogero

as Ramon - The Mambo Kings Band

Scott Cohen

Scott Cohen

as Bernardito - The Mambo Kings Band

Desi Arnaz Jr.

Desi Arnaz Jr.

as Desi Arnaz Sr.

Mario Grillo

as Mario - The Mambo Kings Band

Ralph Irizarry

as Pito - The Mambo Kings Band

Pete Macnamara

Pete Macnamara

as Johnny Bing - The Mambo Kings Band

James Medina

as Manny - The Mambo Kings Band (as Jimmy Medina)

Marcos Quintanilla

as Willie - The Mambo Kings Band

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1992

Runtime

1h 44m

Language

Italian

Rating

6.4 / 10

Box Office

$7M

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures • Regency Enterprises • Alcor Films

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Where can I watch The Mambo Kings?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Mambo Kings (1992).

What is The Mambo Kings about?

The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.

Who directed The Mambo Kings?

The Mambo Kings was directed by Arne Glimcher and released in 1992. It is a drama, music film.

How long is The Mambo Kings?

The Mambo Kings has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

Who stars in The Mambo Kings?

The cast of The Mambo Kings includes Antonio Banderas as Nestor Castillo, Armand Assante as Cesar Castillo, Cathy Moriarty as Lanna Lake, Maruschka Detmers as Delores Fuentes, Pablo Calogero as Ramon - The Mambo Kings Band and more.

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