Bacurau (2019)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,121 ratings
Genres: Mystery, Western, Thriller
Released: 2019-08-29
Runtime: 131 minutes
Where to watch Bacurau
- Stream: Kino Film Collection
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Bacurau, a small town in the Brazilian sertão, mourns the loss of its matriarch, Carmelita, who lived to be 94. Days later, its inhabitants notice that their community has vanished from most maps.
Bacurau parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Bacurau is an intense Brazilian thriller involving a vanished town, colonial violence themes, and a dystopian threat to its residents.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — A dystopian thriller in which a remote town is menaced and hunted, evoking violent survival-horror elements.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Bárbara Colen as Teresa
- Thomás Aquino as Pacote
- Silvero Pereira as Lunga
- Sônia Braga as Domingas
- Udo Kier as Michael
- Thardelly Lima as Tony Jr.
- Rubens Santos as Erivaldo
- Wilson Rabelo as Plinio
- Carlos Francisco as Damiano
- Luciana Souza as Isa
Bacurau FAQ
Is Bacurau good?
Bacurau has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,121 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Bacurau?
In the US you can stream Bacurau on Kino Film Collection, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Bacurau OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Bacurau is an intense Brazilian thriller involving a vanished town, colonial violence themes, and a dystopian threat to its residents.
What movies are like Bacurau?
If you liked Bacurau, try Kiss Me Deadly, Brimstone, High Plains Drifter and Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte.