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El Cantante

7.220061h 56mMovieHistoryDramaMusic

The rise and fall of salsa singer, Héctor Lavoe (1946-1993), as told from the perspective of his wife Puchi, who looks back from 2002.

DirectorLeon Ichaso
WritersDavid Darmstaeder·Leon Ichaso
ProducersMargo Myers·Simon Fields

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Cast · Directed by Leon Ichaso

MAMarc Anthony
Marc Anthony
Hector Lavoe
JLJennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez
Puchi
JOJohn Ortiz
John Ortiz
Willie Colon
MPManny Perez
Manny Perez
Eddie
VLVincent Laresca
Vincent Laresca
Ralph
FCFederico Castelluccio
Federico Castelluccio
Jerry Masucci
NVNelson Vasquez
Nelson Vasquez
Johnny Pacheco
APAntone Pagán
Antone Pagán
Papo
RDRomi Dias
Romi Dias
Priscilla
JE
Jared Everleth
Tito (4 yrs.)
BH
Bernard Hernandez
Tito (7 yrs.)
CB
Christopher Becerra
Tito (12-15 yrs.)

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El Cantante — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams El Cantante?

El Cantante is streaming on Howdy, Hoopla and Plex in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is El Cantante on Netflix?

No, El Cantante is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Howdy and Hoopla.

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El Cantante isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch El Cantante for free?

El Cantante is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Plex in United States.