The Official Story
1985, Spanish. Directed by Luis Puenzo.
A truth too frightening to ignore
Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1983. In the last and turbulent days of the military dictatorship, Alicia, a high school history teacher, begins to ask uncomfortable questions about the dark origins of Gaby, her adopted daughter.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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7.5/10 from 212 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Official Story
The Official Story is streaming on Cohen Media in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 April 1985
- Original title
- La historia oficial
- Country
- Argentina
- Written by
- Aída Bortnik, Luis Puenzo
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The Official Story: quick answers
Is The Official Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 212 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Official Story?
The Official Story runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does The Official Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Official Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Official Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Official Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Official Story on?
The Official Story is streaming on Cohen Media in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Official Story?
If you liked The Official Story, try Argentina 1985, The Clan, Barreda.
Who directed The Official Story?
The Official Story (1985) was directed by Luis Puenzo and stars Norma Aleandro, Héctor Alterio, Hugo Arana.