Gimly
6/10I don't know if there is a better example of dedication in filmmaking out there than there is in _Apocalypto_. Brilliant, if overrated. _Final rating:★★★ - I personally recommend you give it a go._
Reviewed on October 1, 2016
Apocalypto(2006)
No one can outrun their destiny.
7.7(6,652)2h 18m2006-12-07
ActionDramaHistory
Apocalypto Synopsis
Set in the Mayan civilization, when a man's idyllic presence is brutally disrupted by a violent invading force, he is taken on a perilous journey to a world ruled by fear and oppression where a harrowing end awaits him. Through a twist of fate and spurred by the power of his love for his woman and his family he will make a desperate break to return home and to ultimately save his way of life.
Apocalypto (2006) is a action, drama and history film directed by Mel Gibson, released on December 7, 2006 with a runtime of 2h 18m. It stars Rudy Youngblood, Raoul Max Trujillo, Gerardo Taracena and Iazua Larios. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 6,652 ratings.
- Director:
- Mel Gibson
- Writers:
- Mel Gibson, Farhad Safinia
- Producers:
- Mel Gibson, Bruce Davey, Sergio Miranda
- Cinematographer:
- Dean Semler
- Composer:
- James Horner
- Production:
- Icon Entertainment International, Icon Productions, Touchstone Pictures
- Budget:
- $40,000,000
- Revenue:
- $120,654,337
- Status:
- Released
Apocalypto (2006) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Apocalypto before you stream it.
Apocalypto Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Apocalypto.
Apocalypto - Official® Trailer [HD]
Trailer
Apocalypto - HD (Trailer)
Clip
Apocalypto Cast & Crew
Main cast
Rudy Youngblood
as Jaguar Paw
Raoul Max Trujillo
as Zero Wolf
Gerardo Taracena
as Middle Eye
Iazua Larios
as Sky Flower
Antonio Monroy
as Chilam
María Isabel Díaz Lago
as Mother in Law
Dalia Hernández
as Seven
Jonathan Brewer
as Blunted
Morris Birdyellowhead
as Flint Sky
- Carlos Emilio Báez
Carlos Emilio Báez
as Turtles Run
- Amilcar Ramírez
Amilcar Ramírez
as Curl Nose
- Israel Contreras
Israel Contreras
as Smoke Frog
Key crew
Directed by Mel Gibson, written by Mel Gibson and Farhad Safinia, produced by Mel Gibson, Bruce Davey and Sergio Miranda.
Explore more Action titles
Apocalypto Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 6,652 ratings.
GenerationofSwine
10/10Let's be honest, almost all of the 1 star reviews are because of how the Mayan's are depicted and stem from a lack of historical knoweldge. There seems to be the misconception that the Mayans were peaceful and didn't sacrifice humans... which reminds me of when my wife and I went to visit her family in Guatemala where the high point was really watching the American tourists swim in pools of water that probably had…
Reviewed on January 11, 2023
CinemaSerf
7/10Tapir's testicle, anyone? They're not quite the delicacy the playful warriors claim as they tease one of their pals, but it's illustrative of the nature of the relationship between these young Mayan tribesmen who, thus far, have found their greatest fear emanating from a menacing mother-in-law who is demanding that she gets grandchildren. That all changes when a more dominant war party arrive looking for…
Reviewed on January 27, 2025
You may also like
7.2
Boyka: Undisputed IV
2016
7.4
Blood and Bone
2009
6.4
El Gringo
2012
5.8
Missing in Action 2: The Beginning
1985
7.8
Mexicali
2026
8.1
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
2011
6.1
The Corruptor
1999
7.2
Lust for Life
1956
8.2
Scarface
1983
7.3
Gangs of New York
2002
5.8
Brooklyn Rules
2007
6.7
In Hell
2003
6.4
Rise of the Footsoldier 3
2017
6.5
Convict
2014
6.0
Stonewall
2015
6.5
Blind Fury
1989
6.0
Hard to Kill
1990
6.3
Walking with the Enemy
2014
5.9
Paradise Alley
1978
6.5
Walker
1987
Movies similar to Apocalypto
6.6
The Brave One
2007
6.7
Elizabeth: The Golden Age
2007
7.2
Elizabeth
1998
7.3
Gone Baby Gone
2007
5.9
Charlie's Angels
2000
7.6
Atonement
2007
6.7
The Kingdom
2007
7.4
The Trap
2007
6.5
Jolly LLB 3
2025
6.2
Raising Helen
2004
7.1
A Tale of Two Sisters
2003
5.5
The Story of O
1975
7.1
It's Winter
2006
7.6
Hot Fuzz
2007
5.5
Someone Behind the Door
1971
7.1
Two Men in Town
1973
7.4
Legends of the Fall
1994
7.6
Manon of the Spring
1986
6.7
The Return of Martin Guerre
1982
8.0
Flower and Sword
2017
Apocalypto – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Apocalypto online?
+
Apocalypto (2006) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Peacock Premium Plus, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Apocalypto?
+
The main cast of Apocalypto (2006) includes Rudy Youngblood, Raoul Max Trujillo, Gerardo Taracena, Iazua Larios and Antonio Monroy. The film was directed by Mel Gibson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Apocalypto released?
+
Apocalypto was released on December 7, 2006 and runs for 2h 18m.
Is Apocalypto worth watching?
+
Apocalypto (2006) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 6,652 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action, drama and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Apocalypto?
+
Yes. The official Apocalypto trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.