Volver (2006)
Kernel Score: 83% · 1,871 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Released: 2006-03-17
Runtime: 121 minutes
Where to watch Volver
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Three generations of women survive the east wind, fire, insanity, superstition and even death by means of goodness, lies and boundless vitality.
Volver parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Volver is a Spanish drama about three generations of women coping with death, superstition, and past trauma including abuse.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The story involves a fire, a staged death, and disposal of a body as part of its dark family history.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Keywords indicate child abuse, rape, and sexual abuse are part of the family's buried past.
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
Cast
- Penélope Cruz as Raimunda
- Carmen Maura as Irene
- Lola Dueñas as Sole
- Blanca Portillo as Agustina
- Yohana Cobo as Paula
- Chus Lampreave as Tía Paula
- Antonio de la Torre as Paco
- Carlos Blanco as Emilio
- María Isabel Díaz Lago as Regina
- Neus Sanz as Inés
Volver FAQ
Is Volver good?
Volver has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,871 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Volver?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Volver OK for kids?
Volver is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Volver is a Spanish drama about three generations of women coping with death, superstition, and past trauma including abuse.
What movies are like Volver?
If you liked Volver, try Broken Embraces, Take My Eyes, Bitter Christmas and Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.