# Where to watch El héroe desconocido (1981) in the UK

> El héroe desconocido (1981) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T13:26:36.724Z)  

## Synopsis

An outcast, Rodolfo Martínez, whom no one loves and whom everyone despises and undervalues ​​in his town of Valle Verde, in Mexico, decides to change his luck. He decides to invent that he has a very important ancestor and that is why he deserves a statue that will remind future generations of everything he has done. Rodolfo doesn't care what happens, all he wants is to stop being a failure and for people to see him as an equal.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for El héroe desconocido in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch El héroe desconocido in the UK?**

El héroe desconocido (1981) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is El héroe desconocido on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

El héroe desconocido is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/661999/el-heroe-desconocido-1981
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/661999/el-heroe-desconocido-1981.json

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