The Mambo Kings
"With a suitcase full of song, Hearts filled with passion, two brothers come to America in search of a dream."
Originally released in 1992. The Mambo Kings is a drama/music film. directed by Arne Glimcher.
Starring Antonio Banderas, Armand Assante, and Cathy Moriarty
Synopsis
The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 28, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (130 votes)
Box Office
$6.7M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Antonio Banderas
as Nestor Castillo
Armand Assante
as Cesar Castillo
Cathy Moriarty
as Lanna Lake
Maruschka Detmers
as Delores Fuentes
Pablo Calogero
as Ramon - The Mambo Kings Band
Scott Cohen
as Bernardito - The Mambo Kings Band
Desi Arnaz Jr.
as Desi Arnaz Sr.
Mario Grillo
as Mario - The Mambo Kings Band
Ralph Irizarry
as Pito - The Mambo Kings Band
Pete Macnamara
as Johnny Bing - The Mambo Kings Band
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $6,742,168
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Regency Enterprises
- Alcor Films
- Arnon Milchan Productions
- Le Studio Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mambo Kings about?
The Mambo Kings tells the story of César and Nestor Castillo, brothers and aspiring musicians who flee from Cuba to America in search of the American Dream.
Who directed The Mambo Kings?
The Mambo Kings was directed by Arne Glimcher.
How long is The Mambo Kings?
The Mambo Kings has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Mambo Kings released?
The Mambo Kings was released on February 28, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mambo Kings?
The main cast of The Mambo Kings includes Antonio Banderas, Armand Assante, Cathy Moriarty, Maruschka Detmers, Pablo Calogero.
Is The Mambo Kings worth watching?
The Mambo Kings has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 130 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.