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The Substitute

The Substitute

Nobody is saved alone.

Lucio, a prestigious university professor, takes the position of substitute teacher at a high school in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, where he grew up. Through tales, novels and poetry, he tries to distract his class from the harsh reality of their everyday lives. But soon, he must step out of his professional duties when Dilan, one of his students, is threatened by a local drug kingpin.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: El suplente
  • Genres: Drama, Crime
  • Release Date: 2022-10-20
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
  • Rating: 5.95/10 (40 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $16,059
  • Production Companies: Campo Cine, Vivo Film, Pimienta Films, Arcadia Motion Pictures, Bord Cadre Films, Sovereign Films, Patagonik, Bellota Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6808
  • Languages: Spanish

Cast & Crew

Juan Minujín

Juan Minujín

as Lucio

Bárbara Lennie

Bárbara Lennie

as Mariela

Alfredo Castro

Alfredo Castro

as El Chileno

Rita Cortese

Rita Cortese

as Amalia

María Merlino

María Merlino

as Clara

Lucas Arrúa

Lucas Arrúa

as Dilan

Renata Lerman

Renata Lerman

as Sol

Martín Kohan

Martín Kohan

as

Agustín Rittano

Agustín Rittano

as El Perro Olmos

Belen Enguidanos

Belen Enguidanos

as Vanesa (voice)

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

Trailer

Keywords

argentinaschool

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Substitute?

The Substitute is a Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 2022-10-20.

Who are the main actors in The Substitute?

The main cast includes Juan Minujín, Bárbara Lennie, Alfredo Castro, Rita Cortese, María Merlino, .

Where can I watch The Substitute online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Substitute is available.

Is The Substitute based on a true story?

Nobody is saved alone.

What is the IMDb rating of The Substitute?

The Substitute has an IMDb rating of 5.95/10 based on 40 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Substitute?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $16,059 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Substitute?

The soundtrack was composed by Campo Cine, Vivo Film, Pimienta Films, Arcadia Motion Pictures, Bord Cadre Films, Sovereign Films, Patagonik, Bellota Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Substitute filmed?

The Substitute was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Substitute?

The total runtime of The Substitute is 111 minutes.

Is The Substitute suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Substitute?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Substitute.

Does The Substitute have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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