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Flamin' Hot

8.020231h 39m12MovieDramaHistory

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 PlusChannel 4 PlusChannel 4 Plus
Availability shown for United Kingdom · 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 and Channel 4 Plus in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Flamin' Hot on Netflix?

No, Flamin' Hot is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus and Channel 4 Plus.

Is Flamin' Hot on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Flamin' Hot isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Disney Plus and Channel 4 Plus instead.

Where can I watch Flamin' Hot for free?

Flamin' Hot is available on Disney Plus and Channel 4 Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

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).