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Flamin' Hot

8.020231h 39mPG-13MovieDramaHistory

The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.

DirectorEva Longoria
WritersLinda Yvette Chavez·Lewis Colick
ProducersDavid Kern·Samuel Rodriguez

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney PlusHuluHuluThe Roku ChannelThe Roku Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Eva Longoria

JGJesse Garcia
Jesse Garcia
Richard Montañez
AGAnnie Gonzalez
Annie Gonzalez
Judy Montañez
EREmilio Rivera
Emilio Rivera
Vacho Montañez
VMVanessa Martinez
Vanessa Martinez
Concha Montañez
DHDennis Haysbert
Dennis Haysbert
Clarence C. Baker
TSTony Shalhoub
Tony Shalhoub
Roger Enrico
PSPepe Serna
Pepe Serna
Abuelito
BSBobby Soto
Bobby Soto
Tony Romero
JGJimmy Gonzales
Jimmy Gonzales
Hector Morales
MWMatt Walsh
Matt Walsh
Lonny Mason
CS
Carlos S. Sanchez
Young Richard
HJHunter Jones
Hunter Jones
Lucky Montañez

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Flamin' Hot — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Flamin' Hot?

Flamin' Hot is streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu and The Roku Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Flamin' Hot on Netflix?

No, Flamin' Hot is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus and Hulu.

Is Flamin' Hot on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Flamin' Hot isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Disney Plus and Hulu instead.

Where can I watch Flamin' Hot for free?

Flamin' Hot is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.

Is Flamin' Hot based on a true story?

Yes — Flamin' Hot is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).