

A Day Without a Mexican
2004, English. Directed by Sergio Arau.
There goes the neighborhood.
When a mysterious fog surrounds the boundaries of California, there is a communication breakdown and all the Mexicans disappear, affecting the economy and the state stops working missing the Mexican workers and dwellers.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch A Day Without a Mexican
A Day Without a Mexican is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sergio ArauDirector
- Melinda AllenEllen Abercombie
- Frankie J. AllisonOfficer Carr
- Caroline AaronAunt Gigi
- Yeniffer BehrensSuzy
- Maria BeckOfficer Sanchez
- Eduardo PalomoRoberto Quintana
- Elpidia CarrilloCata
- Tony AbatemarcoTalk Show Host
- Yareli ArizmendiLila Rodriguez
- Todd BabcockNick
- Arell BlantonChris
- Cassidy Paige BringasTracy Abercrombie
Details
- Released
- 14 May 2004
- Original title
- Un día sin mexicanos
- Country
- Mexico, Spain, United States of America
- Written by
- Sergio Arau, Yareli Arizmendi, Sergio Guerrero
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $10M
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A Day Without a Mexican: quick answers
Is A Day Without a Mexican worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Day Without a Mexican?
A Day Without a Mexican runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does A Day Without a Mexican have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Day Without a Mexican. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Day Without a Mexican parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Day Without a Mexican is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Day Without a Mexican on?
A Day Without a Mexican is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Day Without a Mexican?
If you liked A Day Without a Mexican, try Super Troopers, Sherlock Jr., Born in East L.A..
Who directed A Day Without a Mexican?
A Day Without a Mexican (2004) was directed by Sergio Arau and stars Melinda Allen, Frankie J. Allison, Caroline Aaron.