---
title: "Managua"
year: 1996
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/managua-1996"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 55028
imdb_id: "tt0116979"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 115
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "R"
---

# Managua (1996) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/managua-1996

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Managua is a 1996 action and drama film directed by Michael Taverna. The production features a cast that includes Louis Gossett Jr., Assumpta Serna, Robert Beltran, and John Savage. The story follows a retired United States soldier who travels to Managua, the capital of war-torn Nicaragua. His initial mission is to recover the body of a friend, who was a journalist killed while on the job. Upon his arrival, the protagonist becomes suspicious of the circumstances surrounding the death. A local woman assists him as he attempts to uncover the truth. In another account of the narrative, a special commando named Paul Gleason is dispatched to Nicaragua to investigate allegations that a fellow Vietnam veteran has become involved with cocaine cartels. The film has a runtime of one hour and fifty-five minutes and received an R rating. It was released in the United States on April 9, 1996. The project is also associated with a 1997 release date in some archival records.

## 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 | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Taverna
- **Networks / Studios**: Screen Partners Ltd., Managua Productions Inc., Logo Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Louis Gossett Jr.** as *Paul*
- **Assumpta Serna** as *Martha*
- **Robert Beltran** as *Ramon*
- **John Savage** as *Dennis*
- **Michael Moriarty**
- **Mario Cimarro** as *Chico*
- **John Diehl**
- **Paul Ganus** as *Frank*
- **Andrea Sisniega**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Managua worth watching?
Managua holds a community rating of 5.0/10 based on 8 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Managua and when was it released?
Managua is a feature film with a runtime of 115 minutes. It was released in 1996. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Managua?
Managua was directed by Michael Taverna.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Managua — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/55028)
- [Managua (1996) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/55028-managua/cast)
- [Managua (1996) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/managua/1120550/credits/)
- [Managua (1997) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116979/)
- [Managua (1997) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/managua/credits)

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