El Chanfle
"First El Chapulín Colorado, then El Chavo. Now Chespirito in El Chanfle."
Originally released in 1979. El Chanfle is a comedy/family film. directed by Enrique Segoviano.
Starring Roberto Gómez Bolaños, Florinda Meza García, and Ramón Valdés
Synopsis
Although he always wanted to become a professional soccer player, El Chanfle has settled for being the props boy and water boy for Mexican soccer's Club América, whose coach they both have trouble getting along with because of the Chanfle's heightened sense of honesty and cleanliness on the court, something the rigid coach does not share. When he is asked to cheat during a game he refuses and is fired from his job, but his friend, the team doctor will try to get him back. At the same time, his wife Tere announces to be pregnant, and trying to sell a gun in order to make money for their future, unintentionally scares a old man, Chato, with it, who now seeks revenge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 18, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (93 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Top Cast
Roberto Gómez Bolaños
as El Chanfle
Florinda Meza García
as Tere
Ramón Valdés
as Reyes
Carlos Villagrán
as Valentino
Edgar Vivar
as Dr. Nájera
Rubén Aguirre
as Sr. Matute
María Antonieta de las Nieves
as Matutes secretary
Angelines Fernández
as Paco's wife (Supermarket Clerk)
Raúl 'Chato' Padilla
as Paco
Horacio Gómez Bolaños
as Policeman (at Paco's house)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Televicine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Chanfle about?
Although he always wanted to become a professional soccer player, El Chanfle has settled for being the props boy and water boy for Mexican soccer's Club América, whose coach they both have trouble...
Who directed El Chanfle?
El Chanfle was directed by Enrique Segoviano.
How long is El Chanfle?
El Chanfle has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was El Chanfle released?
El Chanfle was released on January 18, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in El Chanfle?
The main cast of El Chanfle includes Roberto Gómez Bolaños, Florinda Meza García, Ramón Valdés, Carlos Villagrán, Edgar Vivar.