Zapata: The dream of a hero (2004) — Where to watch: streaming availability & viewing options

Released: March 20, 2004 Runtime: 91 min Rating: 5.5/10

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Zapata: The dream of a hero (2004) puts the genre vibe front and center, aiming for clarity, momentum, and a clean payoff. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Alejandro Fernández, Patricia Velásquez, and Jesús Ochoa—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 5.5/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.

Zapata: The dream of a hero (2004)

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Rating 5.5

Released: March 20, 2004 Runtime: 91 min : 5.5/10 from 20 votes

Cast: Alejandro Fernández, Patricia Velásquez, Jesús Ochoa, Jaime Camil, Fernando Becerril, Miguel Couturier

This fictionalized portrayal of Emiliano Zapata as an Indigenous Mexican shaman, directed by Alfonso Arau, was reportedly the most expensive Mexican movie ever produced, with a massive ad campaign, and the largest ever opening in the nation's history. Unusual in the Mexican film industry, Zapata was financed independently.