---
title: "Don't Tempt Me"
year: 2001
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/don-t-tempt-me-2001"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 38874
imdb_id: "tt0284491"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 112
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 98
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Don't Tempt Me (2001) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/don-t-tempt-me-2001

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Don't Tempt Me is a 2001 Mexican and Spanish co-production comedy and fantasy film directed by Agustín Díaz Yanes. The film follows two angels, one from heaven and one from hell, who come to Earth to save the soul of a boxer.

The film holds cultural significance through its screenplay, which was written especially for stars Penélope Cruz and Victoria Abril by the writer and director. It features a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes and combines comedy and fantasy elements involving celestial agents on Earth.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two celestial beings descend to Earth on a mission to save a boxer's soul."

### Why Watch
- Features a screenplay written especially for Penélope Cruz and Victoria Abril.
- Brings together a prominent cast including Penélope Cruz, Victoria Abril, and Gael García Bernal.
- Explores a comedic fantasy premise involving agents from both heaven and hell on Earth.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The provided text contains limited plot detail beyond the basic premise of two angels visiting Earth.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is comedic and fantastical, with a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #heaven-and-hell, #celestial-mission, #boxer-soul, #comedy-film, #fantasy-comedy, #mexican-spanish-co-production

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Agustín Díaz Yanes
- **Networks / Studios**: Flamenco Films S.A., Tornasol Media, Ensueño Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Penélope Cruz** as *Carmen Ramos*
- **Victoria Abril** as *Lola Nevado*
- **Gael García Bernal** as *Jack Davenport*
- **Demián Bichir** as *Manny*
- **Elsa Pataky** as *Camarera*
- **Elena Anaya** as *Pili*
- **Luis Tosar** as *Police Officer*
- **Peter McDonald** as *Henry*
- **Bruno Bichir** as *Eduardo*
- **Gemma Jones** as *Nancy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Don't Tempt Me?
Streaming availability is not provided in the source material.

### Q: Whether it is worth watching?
It may be worth watching for fans of Penélope Cruz, Victoria Abril, and Gael García Bernal in a fantasy comedy.

### Q: What is the run time or binge duration?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Don't Tempt Me is a feature film rather than a series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Don't Tempt Me — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/38874)

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