The Other
1946, Spanish. Directed by Roberto Gavaldón.
Mirror, mirror, on the wall, now who's the fairest twin of all?
A mousy, poor manicurist seeks to switch places with her more glamorous, wealthy twin sister.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Roberto GavaldónDirector
- Dolores del RíoMagdalena Méndez / María Méndez
- Agustín IrustaRoberto González
- Víctor JuncoFernando
- José BavieraLicenciado de la Fuente
- Carlos VillaríasLic. Félix Mendoza
- Rafael IcardoDetective de policía
- Manuel DondéAgente Vilár
- Maruja GrifellSirvienta (uncredited)
- Conchita CarracedoCarmela
- Daniel ArroyoHombre en funeral (uncredited)
- Alfredo VarelaHombre en funeral (uncredited)
- Carmen CabreraInvitada a fiesta (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 20 November 1946
- Original title
- La otra
- Country
- Mexico
- Written by
- Rian James, José Revueltas, Roberto Gavaldón
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The Other: quick answers
Is The Other worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Other?
The Other runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Other have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Other. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
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Which OTT platform is The Other on?
The Other isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Other?
If you liked The Other, try Dial M for Murder, Shock, Homicidal.
Who directed The Other?
The Other (1946) was directed by Roberto Gavaldón and stars Dolores del Río, Agustín Irusta, Víctor Junco.