A Philosopher in the Arena
2019, Spanish. Directed by Aarón Fernández Lesur & Jesús Muñoz.
They reflect on mankind’s relationship with animals and nature, but most importantly on our relationship with death and the meaning of the ultimate journey: life itself.
After his retirement, french philosopher and bullfighting enthusiast Francis Wolff decides to embark on a journey to France, Spain and Mexico joined by two mexican filmmakers who hardly know anything about bullfighting, a culture whose days seem to be numbered. During their road trip, they encounter numerous personalities with whom they reflect on mankind’s relationship with animals and nature, but most importantly on our relationship with death and the meaning of the ultimate journey: life itself.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch A Philosopher in the Arena
A Philosopher in the Arena isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 2019.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Aarón Fernández LesurDirector
- Jesús MuñozDirector
- Francis WolffSelf
- Juan Ramón de la FuenteSelf
- Eduardo Matos MoctezumaSelf
- José CueliSelf
- Mario Vargas LlosaSelf
- Joselito AdameSelf
- Miquel BarcelóSelf
- Claude LanzmannSelf
- Georges Didi-HubermanSelf
- Catherine MilletSelf
- Agustín Díaz YañezSelf
- Antonio Calera-GrobetSelf
Details
- Released
- 1 February 2019
- Original title
- Un Filósofo en la Arena
- Country
- Mexico, Spain
- Written by
- Aarón Fernández Lesur, Rafael Casañ, Jesús Muñoz
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked A Philosopher in the Arena
Afternoons of Solitude
2025 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Come See Me in the Good Light
2025 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
180° South
2010 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Class of ‘92
2013 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Being James Bond
2021 · 7.8/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Toxic Love Story
2026 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Battle of Chile: Part III
1979 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
To Kill a Tiger
2023 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Looking for Richard
1996 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
28 Up
1985 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Philosopher in the Arena: quick answers
Is A Philosopher in the Arena worth watching?
A Philosopher in the Arena doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is A Philosopher in the Arena?
A Philosopher in the Arena runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does A Philosopher in the Arena have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Philosopher in the Arena. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Philosopher in the Arena parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for A Philosopher in the Arena yet.
Which OTT platform is A Philosopher in the Arena on?
A Philosopher in the Arena isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 2019. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Philosopher in the Arena?
If you liked A Philosopher in the Arena, try Afternoons of Solitude, Come See Me in the Good Light, 180° South.
Who directed A Philosopher in the Arena?
A Philosopher in the Arena (2019) was directed by Aarón Fernández Lesur and Jesús Muñoz and stars Francis Wolff, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Eduardo Matos Moctezuma.