Cinco de Mayo Movies Netflix: 5 Best Titles Including 'Y Tu Mama Tambien,' 'Frida' & More [VIDEO]
It's officially Cinco de Mayo, but if you don't want to go out and get drunk like millions around the country, there are plenty of movies on Netflix you can watch to celebrate the holiday!
For a holiday of such prominence, there is a surprising lack of movies centered around Cinco de Mayo, least of all on Netflix. However, the streaming service has many Mexican-themed movies that serve to honor the country and give a taste of its diverse culture.
Here are the five best Netflix titles you could watch for Cinco de Mayo this year:
Cinco de Mayo: La Batalla (2013)
If you wish to truly celebrate Cinco de Mayo, this 2013 film is probably the best among all Netflix movies. Cinco de Mayo: La Battala tells the story of the Battle of Puebla, with the Mexican army rising up to defeat French occupiers. Watch Cinco de Mayo: La Batalla on Netflix here.
Frida (2002)
Salma Hayek stars in this 2002 biopic detailing the life of Mexican surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Kahlo is one of Mexico's most celebrated artists, and the movie shows her most significant professional and personal moments. The film earned Hayek an Academy Award nomination. Watch Frida on Netflix here.
Y Tu Mamá También (2001)
Long before he made Gravity, Alfonso Cuaron's Y Tu Mamá También was one of his most well regarded films. The movie centers on two teenage boys who go on a road trip through Mexico with an older woman. Watch Y Tu Mamá También on Netflix here.
Like Water for Chocolate (1992)
Like Water for Chocolate is a film adaptation of the famous book of the same name. It chronicles the life of Tita, a young woman who goes through passion and heartbreak while grappling with her Mexican family traditions. Watch Like Water for Chocolate on Netflix here.
Hecho en México (2012)
For those looking for a more straightforward exploration of Mexico, Hecho en México is it. The documentary shows off the art and culture of contemporary Mexico as many of the country's best loved artists are celebrated. Watch Hecho en México on Netflix here.
