El Infierno
“Mexico 2010, Hell... nothing to celebrate”
Synopsis
After being deported back to Mexico, a man has no choice but to join the vicious drug cartel that has corrupted his hometown in order to survive.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
El Infierno Trailer HD Bandidos Films
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-08-02
Top Cast
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Damián Alcázar
Benjamín García "El Benny"
Joaquín Cosío
El Cochiloco
Ernesto Gómez Cruz
Don José Reyes
María Rojo
Doña Mari Reyes
Elizabeth Cervantes
La Cuñada
Jorge Zárate
El Huasteco
Salvador Sánchez
El Padrino
Daniel Giménez Cacho
Capitán Ramírez
Angelina Peláez
Mamá García
Kristyan Ferrer
El Sobrino
Dagoberto Gama
El Sargento
Mauricio Isaac
El J.R.
Alejandro Calva
Jefe de Policía
Emilio Guerrero
El Alcalde
Silverio Palacios
Hermanos Cucaracha
Mario Almada
El Texano
Isela Vega
Doña Rosaura
Daniel Martínez
Oficial Mendoza
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 22, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
June 20, 2012
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luis Estrada
- Screenplay & Story
- Jaime Sampietro
- Original Score
- Michael Brook
- Original Title
- El Infierno
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.7M
- Production Studios
- Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía, Bandidos Films, Estudios Churubusco Azteca
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luis Estrada
Jaime Sampietro, Luis Estrada
Michael Brook
Damián García
Mariana Rodríguez
Sandra Solares, Luis Estrada
Department Leadership Roster
Luis Estrada
Director
Jaime Sampietro
Screenplay
Salvador Parra
Production Design
Luis Estrada
Producer
Balo Bucio
Stunt Coordinator
Gabriela Fernández
Costume Design
Mariana Rodríguez
Editor
María Estela Fernández
Costume Design
Damián García
Director of Photography
Michael Brook
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About El Infierno
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is El Infierno about?
After being deported back to Mexico, a man has no choice but to join the vicious drug cartel that has corrupted his hometown in order to survive.
Who directed El Infierno?
El Infierno was directed by Luis Estrada.
Who stars in El Infierno?
The principal cast of El Infierno includes Damián Alcázar, Joaquín Cosío, Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo, Elizabeth Cervantes.
When was El Infierno released and how long is it?
El Infierno was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 2h 28m.
How much did El Infierno make at the box office?
El Infierno grossed $6.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for El Infierno?
The original motion picture soundtrack for El Infierno was composed by Michael Brook.
What is the age rating and content advisory for El Infierno?
El Infierno holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); IN: A (Restricted to Adults (18+).); US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).