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- Language
- Spanish
- Studio
- Phototaxia Pictures
- Directed by
- Gabriel Ripstein
- Written by
- Daniel Krauze, Gabriel Ripstein
- For
- adult
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Mexico 86 is a Spanish-language film releasing on May 21, 2026. The story follows a Mexican bureaucrat who maneuvers through FIFA to secure hosting rights for the 1986 World Cup, outmaneuvering the United States in the process.
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Key features
- ·Spanish-language film
- ·Theatrical release May 21, 2026
- ·Political drama set in 1986
- ·FIFA World Cup hosting rights as central conflict
- ·Based on historical context of 1986 Mexico World Cup
FAQ
When does Mexico 86 release?
Mexico 86 releases on May 21, 2026.
What language is Mexico 86 in?
The film is in Spanish. Its original title is México 86.
What is Mexico 86 about?
The film follows a Mexican bureaucrat who navigates FIFA politics to secure Mexico as the host nation for the 1986 World Cup, beating out the United States in the process.
About this release
Mexico 86 is scheduled for release on May 21, 2026. The film, whose original title is México 86, is a Spanish-language production.
The story centers on a Mexican bureaucrat who seizes a last-minute opportunity to claim hosting rights for the 1986 FIFA World Cup. Operating through deception and political maneuvering within FIFA, the protagonist works to outbid the United States for the tournament. The narrative frames this as a story of institutional power games in which every success carries consequences.
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