---
title: "El Cantante"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/el-cantante-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 15934
imdb_id: "tt0458522"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 116
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 133
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# El Cantante (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/el-cantante-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

El Cantante is a 2006 American biographical drama film directed by Leon Ichaso and starring singers Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony. The film is based on the true story and life of the late salsa singer Héctor Lavoe, who lived from 1946 to 1993 and is known as the King of Salsa. Marc Anthony portrays Héctor Lavoe, while Jennifer Lopez plays his wife, Puchi. The story follows the rise and fall of the salsa singer, depicting his journey from the perspective of his wife Puchi as she looks back from the year 2002. At the height of his career, the gifted musician cascades into a deadly life of drug addiction despite the protest of his wife. The film incorporates genres of history, drama, and music, and it has a runtime of one hour and fifty-six minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Leon Ichaso
- **Networks / Studios**: R-Caro Productions, Nuyorican Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Marc Anthony** as *Hector Lavoe*
- **Jennifer Lopez** as *Puchi*
- **John Ortiz** as *Willie Colon*
- **Manny Perez** as *Eddie*
- **Vincent Laresca** as *Ralph*
- **Federico Castelluccio** as *Jerry Masucci*
- **Nelson Vasquez** as *Johnny Pacheco*
- **Antone Pagán** as *Papo*
- **Romi Dias** as *Priscilla*
- **Jared Everleth** as *Tito (4 yrs.)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch El Cantante online?
El Cantante is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is El Cantante worth watching?
El Cantante holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 133 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging History, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie El Cantante and when was it released?
El Cantante is a feature film with a runtime of 116 minutes. It was released in 2006. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed El Cantante?
El Cantante was directed by Leon Ichaso.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [El Cantante — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/15934)
- [El cantante (2006) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0458522/fullcredits/cast)
- [El Cantante - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Cantante)
- [El Cantante (2006) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/15934-el-cantante/cast)
- [El Cantante (2006) | Kaleidescape Movie Store](https://www.kaleidescape.com/marine-movie-store/movie/el-cantante-2006)
- [El cantante (2006) - | Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related](https://www.allmovie.com/)

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