Maria Full of Grace (2004)
Kernel Score: 80% · 420 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2004-01-18
Runtime: 101 minutes
Where to watch Maria Full of Grace
- Stream: HBO Max
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A pregnant Colombian teenager becomes a drug mule to make some desperately needed money for her family.
Maria Full of Grace parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Maria Full of Grace is an R-rated drama about a pregnant Colombian teenager who becomes a drug mule to support her family.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Depicts the dangerous, high-stakes world of drug trafficking, including risk to the pregnant protagonist.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Cocaine smuggling and drug mule activity are central to the plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Joshua Marston
Cast
- Catalina Sandino Moreno as María Álvarez
- Guilied Lopez as Lucy Díaz
- Yenny Paola Vega as Blanca
- Jhon Álex Toro as Franklin
- Virgina Ariza as Juana
- Rodrigo Sánchez Borhorquez as Supervisor
- Charles Albert Patiño as Felipe
- Wilson Guerrero as Juan
- Johanna Andrea Mora as Diana Álvarez
- Evangelina Morales as Rosita
Maria Full of Grace FAQ
Is Maria Full of Grace good?
Maria Full of Grace has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 420 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Maria Full of Grace?
In the US you can stream Maria Full of Grace on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Maria Full of Grace OK for kids?
Maria Full of Grace is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Maria Full of Grace is an R-rated drama about a pregnant Colombian teenager who becomes a drug mule to support her family.
What movies are like Maria Full of Grace?
If you liked Maria Full of Grace, try Traffic, Jackie Brown, Midnight Express and Fresh.