El padrecito movie poster

El padrecito

September 3, 1964 2h 10m 8.0/10 (167 votes)

Originally released in 1964. El padrecito is a comedy film. directed by Miguel M. Delgado. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Cantinflas, Ángel Garasa, and Angelines Fernández

Synopsis

Young priest Father Sebastián is assigned to a parish in San Jeronimo el Alto, where he is not welcomed by the community, particularly the resident priest Father Damián. The newcomer gradually earns the trust of the people through humor, but firmly captures their hearts by saving the town fiesta by fighting a bull when the hired torero failed to show. Father Sebastián counsels the townspeople, lecturing them on their duties in a modern society. He used the collection plate to redistribute the town's wealth more evenly.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 3, 1964 61 years ago
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Runtime 2h 10m 130 minutes total
User Rating 8.0/10 Excellent (167 votes)
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Mexico Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES

Production Companies

  • POSA Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is El padrecito about?

Young priest Father Sebastián is assigned to a parish in San Jeronimo el Alto, where he is not welcomed by the community, particularly the resident priest Father Damián. The newcomer gradually ea...

Who directed El padrecito?

El padrecito was directed by Miguel M. Delgado.

How long is El padrecito?

El padrecito has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).

When was El padrecito released?

El padrecito was released on September 3, 1964 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in El padrecito?

The main cast of El padrecito includes Cantinflas, Ángel Garasa, Angelines Fernández, José Elías Moreno, Rosa María Vázquez.

Is El padrecito worth watching?

El padrecito has a user rating of 8.0/10 based on 167 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.