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Pacarrete

7.820191h 37mMovieDrama

Russas, a small town in northeastern Brazil, is the home of Pacarrete, a grumpy retired dance teacher who dreams of getting a big shot and starring at a dance spectacle for the whole town to see. She's close to fulfilling that dream, but not without overcoming a few impediments along the way.

DirectorAllan Deberton
WritersAllan Deberton·Samuel Brasileiro
ProducersCésar Teixeira·Ariadne Mazzetti

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Allan Deberton

MCMarcélia Cartaxo
Marcélia Cartaxo
Pacarrete
ZMZezita Matos
Zezita Matos
Chiquinha
SLSoia Lira
Soia Lira
Maria
JMJoão Miguel
João Miguel
Miguel
SLSamya de Lavor
Samya de Lavor
Michele
DIDébora Ingrid
Débora Ingrid
Diana
ET
Edneia Tutti
Tetê
RR
Rodger Rogério
Zacarias

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Pacarrete — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pacarrete?

Pacarrete is streaming on JustWatch TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Pacarrete on Netflix?

No, Pacarrete is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on JustWatch TV.

Is Pacarrete on Amazon Prime Video?

Pacarrete 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 Pacarrete for free?

Pacarrete is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV in United States.

Is Pacarrete based on a true story?

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