Cassandro
2023, English. Directed by Roger Ross Williams.
Changing the game, one match at a time.
The true story of Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso that rises to international stardom after he creates the character Cassandro, the “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” In the process, he upends not just the macho wrestling world but also his own life.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 136 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Cassandro
Cassandro is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Roger Ross WilliamsDirector
- Gael García BernalSaúl "Cassandro"
- Roberta ColindrezSabrina
- Perla de la RosaYocasta
- Joaquín CosíoLorenzo
- Raúl CastilloGerardo
- El Hijo del SantoEl Hijo del Santo
- Bad BunnyFelipe
- GigánticoMurder Clown
- Yavor VesselinovPete
- Leonardo AlonsoEl Mysterioso
- Gilberto BarrazaComandante Gómez
- Carmen LedesmaRosie
Details
- Released
- 14 September 2023
- Country
- Mexico, United States of America
- Written by
- Roger Ross Williams, David Teague
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What Cassandro is based on
Cassandro is based on a true story.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Cassandro: quick answers
Is Cassandro worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 136 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cassandro?
Cassandro runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Cassandro have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cassandro. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Cassandro parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cassandro is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cassandro on?
Cassandro is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cassandro?
If you liked Cassandro, try Queen of the Ring, First Match, Foxcatcher.
Who directed Cassandro?
Cassandro (2023) was directed by Roger Ross Williams and stars Gael García Bernal, Roberta Colindrez, Perla de la Rosa.
What is Cassandro based on?
Cassandro is based on a true story.