México 86 (2026) — Release, Cast & Review Status

Directed by Gabriel Ripstein · 2026 · Updated October 2, 2026

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Released: Jun 5, 2026
Runtime: 1h 35m
Age rating: R (US) · 15 (UK) · U/A 16+ (India) · 17+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia)
Cast: Diego Luna , Karla Souza , Daniel Giménez Cacho , Álvaro Guerrero , Memo Villegas , Diana Sedano
Streaming: Netflix
Country: Mexico
Language: Spanish

Also known as मेक्सिको १९८६ Le Mondial de Martín Mexiko 1986 México 1986 メヒコ 1986 멕시코 1986 墨西哥 1986：主办大作战墨西哥 1986：主辦大作戰

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What is México 86 about?

When Colombia backs out of hosting the 1986 World Cup, a mid-level federation bureaucrat named Martín de la Torre sees a once-in-a-lifetime opening and talks, bluffs, and schemes his way into bringing the tournament to Mexico. Diego Luna leads this loosely fact-based satire of the backroom deals and television-network muscle that made Mexico the first two-time World Cup host.

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Short review 4 min read English México 86

México 86 (2026) Review: A World Cup Hustle, Played Safe

México 86 is Gabriel Ripstein's satire of how Mexico landed the 1986 World Cup, with Diego Luna as a bluffing bureaucrat. It is breezy and well cast but too polite.

It depends. Diego Luna makes this World Cup comedy fun company for football and satire fans, but viewers wanting a sharp exposé of its scandal will find it lightweight.

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México 86: frequently asked questions

Does México 86 have a Celluloid Score yet?

Not yet. México 86 has been released, but its composite score is pending. Any available personal editorial rating is displayed separately on the film page.

Where can I watch México 86?

In the United States, México 86 streams on Netflix with a subscription. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is México 86?

México 86 runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

What is México 86 rated?

México 86 is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, U/A 16+ in India, 17+ in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in México 86?

México 86 is directed by Gabriel Ripstein and stars Diego Luna, Karla Souza, Daniel Giménez Cacho, Álvaro Guerrero, Memo Villegas.