The Mambo Kings

With a suitcase full of song, Hearts filled with passion, two brothers come to America in search of a dream.

19921h 44m6.4(141 votes)

DramaMusic

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.

The Mambo Kings (1992) is a drama and music film directed by Arne Glimcher. It stars Antonio Banderas, Armand Assante, and Cathy Moriarty. The film runs for 1 hour 44 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.4 out of 10 from 141 votes.

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Director

Arne Glimcher

Cast

Antonio Banderas

Nestor Castillo

Armand Assante

Cesar Castillo

Cathy Moriarty

Lanna Lake

Maruschka Detmers

Delores Fuentes

Pablo Calogero

Ramon - The Mambo Kings Band

Scott Cohen

Bernardito - The Mambo Kings Band

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mambo Kings

Where can I watch The Mambo Kings?

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Who stars in The Mambo Kings?

The Mambo Kings stars Antonio Banderas, Armand Assante, Cathy Moriarty, and Maruschka Detmers, and was directed by Arne Glimcher.

How long is The Mambo Kings?

The Mambo Kings has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes.

When did The Mambo Kings come out?

The Mambo Kings was released in 1992.

What genre is The Mambo Kings?

The Mambo Kings is a drama and music film.

Is The Mambo Kings worth watching?

The Mambo Kings holds an average audience score of 6.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.