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Once Upon a Time in Mexico

  • Action
  • Crime
  • Thriller
  • Western
Confirmed2003-09-116.36.5Trakt

A corrupt CIA agent Sands hires hitman El Mariachi to assassinate a Mexican general hired by a drug kingpin attempting a coup d'état of the President of Mexico.

Once Upon a Time in Mexico is a 2003 action thriller following a hitman hired by a corrupt CIA agent to assassinate a Mexican general involved in a coup plot. Directed by Robert Rodriguez, this film combines crime drama with western elements and intense action sequences.

When does Once Upon a Time in Mexico come out?

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Streaming availability in United States

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Not available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.

Available in: United Arab Emirates · Albania · Angola · Argentina · Austria · Australia · +82 more

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In cinemas

Theatrical release in United States

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In cinemas
2003-09-11

Wide release in United States · Rated R

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Trailer

ONCE UPON A TIME IN MEXICO (2003) – Official Trailer

YouTube · 2020-10-14
FAQ

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When was Once Upon a Time in Mexico released?

The film was released on September 11, 2003.

What is the plot about?

A corrupt CIA agent named Sands recruits hitman El Mariachi to assassinate a Mexican general who is being used by a drug kingpin in an attempted coup against the President of Mexico.

What genres does this movie cover?

Once Upon a Time in Mexico blends action, crime, thriller, and western genres into a high-octane story.

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