La Bamba(1987)
Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.
Synopsis
Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.
Directed by Luis Valdez
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Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips
Ritchie Valens
Danielle von Zerneck
Donna Ludwig
Elizabeth Peña
Rosie Morales
Rosanna DeSoto
Connie Valenzuela
Esai Morales
Bob Morales
Joe Pantoliano
Bob Keane
Marshall Crenshaw
Buddy Holly
Brian Setzer
Eddie Cochran
Daniel Valdez
Lelo
Howard Huntsberry
Jackie Wilson
Felipe Cantu
Curandero
Eddie Frias
Chino
Mike Moroff
Mexican Ed
Geoffrey Rivas
Rudy
Sam Anderson
Mr. Ludwig
Maggie Gwinn
Mrs. Ludwig
Jeffrey Alan Chandler
Alan Freed
Stephen Lee
Big Bopper
La Bamba — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch La Bamba?+
La Bamba is available to stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, Tubi TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did La Bamba come out?+
La Bamba was released in 1987.
How long is La Bamba?+
La Bamba runs for 108 minutes (1 hour and 48 minutes).
Who directed La Bamba?+
La Bamba was directed by Luis Valdez.
Who stars in La Bamba?+
La Bamba stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Danielle von Zerneck, Elizabeth Peña, Rosanna DeSoto and Esai Morales.
Is La Bamba worth watching?+
La Bamba holds a 7.3/10 rating from 841 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and music.
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