If you’re as much a film buff as me, trust me that Spanish cinema will have you hooked.
The Spanish cinema is captivating global audiences with its mesmerizing fusion of storytelling, unique culture, and emotional elements. Its themes focus on capturing the essence of realism blended with fantasy.
This unique category aims to create deeply tangled narratives in universal themes of love, identity, and social justice while being super creative in genres like thrillers, sci-fi, suspense, and horror. Another attraction in Spanish cinema is the development that its characters go under.
In my perspective, Spanish cinema is a refreshing switch after watching many movies, shows, and documentaries from American and British Hollywood. To understand what I mean, you must explore Spanish cinema, starting with movies by directors like Pedro Almodovar and Guillermo del Toro.
Don’t worry! I’ll give you a list of some great Spanish movies and shows to get started. But before that, find where to watch them.
Here is the list of the top 5 streaming sites that have some amazing content from the Spanish cinema.
5 Streaming Sites to Watch Spanish Cinema Content Online
Read about some of the most versatile free and paid streaming sites, hosting a variety of Spanish content, including Spanish movies, shows, and kids’ content.
Not to forget, to have a seamless experience with online streaming, you should have high-speed internet. I personally rely on Cox as it offers a reliable and lag-free connection that compliments online streaming. For its plans, English-speaking customers can connect for help in English, and Spanish-speaking customers can connect to the customer service of Cox en español. This is a vital step to enhance your online experience with streaming and much more.
Free Platforms to Watch Spanish Cinema Content
Tubi
Tubi is a great platform to watch movies online and free. The ‘FREE’ might be making you doubtful about its legality, but fret not. Tubi is free, legal, and has HD content. They maintain this through ad contracts with big names, such as Paramount, Lionsgate, MGM, and many others.
Plus, what makes Tubi a reliable source for online movies is that it comes under the ownership of Fox Corporation. An article by eMarketer states that Fox turned down repeated offers of $2 billion for Tubi –this clearly shows that Fox sees more opportunity in the platform.
Tubi offers tons of Spanish films, TV shows, and children’s shows too. It is available in many countries, but the content varies in each. But no matter where you are, you’ll find a Spanish category in the mix. There are many recent hits on the site like The Objects of Love, Aurora, and Paul.
The website is easy to navigate, and you don’t have to necessarily create an account to watch something.
The only downside is that Tubi runs with supported by ads and that might be an ick for some–but there is a catch. The site allows you to stream with an ad-blocker.
Rakuten TV
Rakuten is also a free legal platform where you can find many Spanish movies and series. This platform has its roots in 42 European countries, which include all the major ones being Spain, Italy, Germany, France, and the UK.
To be able to watch movies, you have to register yourself. It isn’t a hassle, with a very short sign-up form.
But there are some movies that you will have to rent by paying a small fee. The Spanish movies have English subtitles for people who don’t know Spanish and are looking to learn it through them.
Rakuten TV also works with ad support, and the good thing is that you can use an ad blocker to shoo the ads away. Even if you don’t want to install an ad blocker, the ads are very short and play before the movie starts streaming.
Popcornflix
Well, since everyone loves free things, Popcornflix is another platform in this category. The website is completely free, which is great.
Although this site is free to watch, the content is a bit old. For some people, that is a fascinating thing, and they enjoy the much-forgotten titles. There are also more English movies, but you can find classical Spanish gems hidden within.
Popcornflix, like the other platforms, also generates revenue from ads. The bigger problem would be that very few Spanish movies have English subtitles. Also, the subtitles are displayed at the top-left of the screen, which can be a bit annoying if you like a clear screen. But if you’re a Spanish-speaking audience, it won’t be a problem.
Lastly, you don’t necessarily have to sign up, but doing so would fine-tune your experience. You can rate content and create GIFs.
Paid Platforms to Watch Spanish Cinema Content
Netflix
Netflix is a new kinda love. There is always so much content at your disposal; sometimes, I get lost in this ocean of content. There is a variety of content, ranging from English, Italian, Korean, Spanish, and more.
We all know, Netflix is a paid streaming service and its plans range from $7 to $22. It is available in over 190 countries and pricing can vary depending on the geolocation.
But the money is worth it.
Netflix has top-of-the-line hits like “La Casa de Papel (Money Heist),” “Elite,” “Narcos,” “El Chapo,” “La Reina del Sur,” and many more to count. You simply have to sign up and access this library of content.
There are no ads, and the buffering time is low. You can find subtitles in English, Spanish, and other languages, depending on the title. You can simply sign up, subscribe to a plan, and start streaming. Did I mention that you get the promotional one month free?
Hulu TV
Lastly, Hulu makes our list with its huge library of Spanish content. This platform hosts a wide variety of movies, shows, and even kids’ shows.
There are options for English movies and shows dubbed in Spanish. You can find English subtitles for almost all Spanish and other language titles. There are Hulu Original shows, with the top ones like “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “El Encargado,” and “La Maquina,” among many more.
Hulu has a one-month free trial, and prices start from $10. The prices vary with different tiers. There is a with-ads option and a no-ads tier. Both vary in their pricing but give access to the entire library.
There is also a Hulu + Live TV tier, allowing access to 90 popular channels from cable and broadcast TV and DVR. Plus, access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus is a complimentary option.
That’s all folks! You better get started by choosing one of these platforms and indulge in the Spanish cinema that will keep you hooked.
And here is the ending special to get you started with Spanish Cinema.
Spanish Movies to Watch
- Volver (2006)
- Open Your Eyes (1997)
- The Skin I Live In (2011)
- Sleep Tight (2011)
- Your Fault (2023)
- Roma (2018)
Spanish Shows to Watch
- Burning Body
- Sky Rojo
- Elite
- Hache
- Berlin
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