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Torrente: The Protector

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Overview

Santiago Segura is more shocking than ever in his uproarious third escapade as bawdy private detective Torrente. A popular and beautiful politician plans to expose the evil-doings of a multinational corporation. Hoping to silence her, the corporation’s top executives decide to hire the most incompetent detective they can find to act as her bodyguard. Naturally, Torrente is perfect for the job.

Reactions, Awards & Festivals

"Torrente is an unrelenting firehose of grossness!"

New York Times

"The most politically incorrect hero ever put on film!"

Twitch Film

“Torrente is outrageous.”

Oliver Stone

World Stunt Awards 2007 Nominee - Best Action in a Foreign Film

Cast & Crew
  • José Luis Torrente : Santiago Segura
  • Josito : José Mota
  • Solis : Javi Gutiérrez
  • Giannia : Yvonne Sciò
  • Torrente Jr. : Carlos Latre
  • Tio Mauricio : Toni Leblanc
  • Montellini : Fabio Testi
  • Salas : Enrique Villén
  • Menedez : Luis Roderas
  • Director : Santiago Segura
  • Writer : Santiago Segura
  • Producers : María Luisa Gutiérrez, Santiago Segura
  • Cinematography : Unax Mendía
  • Editor : Cristina Pastor
Technical Info
  • Production Year : 2005
  • Release Date : September 30, 2005
  • Countries of Production : Spain
  • Languages : Spanish
  • Running Time : 91 minutes
  • Screen Ratio : 2.35:1
  • Sound : Dolby Digital
  • Color : Color
  • Rating : Unrated