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Nacho Libre

2006·Movie
1h 32min·PG
IMDb6.0Metacritic526.9Rotten Tomatoes39%55%

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fuboTVParamount+KanopyHooplaPluto TVStarz

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Nacho Libre fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Physical Comedy9
  • Absurdist Humor8

World

Sports and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

He's nacho average hero.

Ignacio, a disrespected cook at a Mexican monastery, can barely afford to feed the orphans who live there. Inspired by a local wrestling hero, he decides to moonlight as the not-so-famous Luchador "Nacho Libre" to earn money for the monastery -- not to mention the admiration of beautiful nun Sister Encarnación.
Quirky ComedyLuchador WrestlingHeartwarming StoryUnderdog NarrativePhysical Comedy ShowcaseMexican CultureFeel-Good MovieEccentric CharactersFamily-Friendly Humor

Crew

Directed by:
Jared Hess, Nick Powell, Victor Herrera McNaught
Written by:
Mike White, Jared Hess, Jerusha Hess
Produced by:
Jack Black, Mike White, Jeanne McCarthy
Composed by:
Danny Elfman, Beck, Beck

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Nacho Libre

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Nacho Libre legally?

fuboTVParamount+KanopyHooplaPluto TVStarz

Nacho Libre is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Nacho Libre worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 39%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Nacho Libre rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Nacho Libre?

1 h 32 min

Nacho Libre runs 1 h 32 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Nacho Libre?

Critics46
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate Nacho Libre higher (61) than critics (46). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Nacho Libre a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$99 million

Yes. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $99 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.

What language is Nacho Libre in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Nacho Libre?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nacho Libre in 87 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Nacho Libre use?

My Parents Are DeadOh, Crap!Anti-ClimaxAlternative Foreign Theme SongCasting GagLoser ProtagonistAmbiguously HumanBash BrothersBlaming the ToolsDeterminatorSilent AntagonistAmbiguous Time Periodand 60 more

TV Tropes lists 72 storytelling tropes for Nacho Libre, including My Parents Are Dead, Oh, Crap!, Anti-Climax.