The Holy Mountain (1973)
Kernel Score: 86% · 999 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama
Released: 1973-11-29
Runtime: 113 minutes
Where to watch The Holy Mountain
- Free with ads: Plex
- Buy: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The Alchemist assembles together a group of people from all walks of life to represent the planets in the solar system. The occult adept's intention is to put his recruits through strange mystical rites and divest them of their worldly baggage before embarking on a trip to Lotus Island. There they ascend the Holy Mountain to displace the immortal gods who secretly rule the universe.
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Director
Cast
- Alejandro Jodorowsky as The Alchemist
- Horacio Salinas as The Thief
- Zamira Saunders as The Written Woman
- Juan Ferrara as Fon
- Adriana Page as Isla
- Burt Kleiner as Klen
- Valerie Jodorowsky as Sel
- Nicky Nichols as Berg
- Richard Rutowski as Axon
- Luis Lomelí as Lut
The Holy Mountain FAQ
Is The Holy Mountain good?
The Holy Mountain has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 999 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Holy Mountain?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Plex and buy it from Apple TV.
What is The Holy Mountain rated?
The Holy Mountain is rated R.
What movies are like The Holy Mountain?
If you liked The Holy Mountain, try Enter the Void, The Doors, Lost Highway and Bitter Rice.