---
title: "Maricela"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/maricela-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 453245
imdb_id: "tt0204467"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 58
community_rating: 10.0
vote_count: 1
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Maricela (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/maricela-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Maricela" (1986).
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Title: Maricela
Year: 1986
Release Date (US): 09/13/1986
Genres: Adventure, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 58m
Director: Christine Burrill
Cast: Carlina Cruz, Marsha Ojeda, Kelly Jo Minter, Irene DeBari, Linda Lavin, Lisa Marie Simmon.
Plot: Maricela and her mother Eugenia fled El Salvador for the US seeking a better life. Eugenia was a school teacher but couldn't find work in that profession, so she became a live-in housekeeper for the affluent Gannett family. Conflict arises between Maricela and teenage Stacy Gannett, who resents Maricela's presence at home and school. The story explores if Maricela can win Stacy's friendship while staying true to her ideals and values.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        Maricela is a 19

## 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 | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Christine Burrill

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Linda Lavin** as *Mrs. Gannett*
- **Lisa Marie Simmon** as *Stacy Gannett*
- **Carlina Cruz** as *Maricela Flores*
- **Irene DeBari** as *Eugenia Flores*
- **Amy Lynne** as *Rikki*
- **Bruce Solomon** as *Sam Gannett*
- **Kelly Jo Minter** as *Street Girl (as Kelly Minter)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Maricela worth watching?
Maricela holds a community rating of 10.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Maricela and when was it released?
Maricela is a feature film with a runtime of 58 minutes. It was released in 1986. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Maricela?
Maricela was directed by Christine Burrill.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Maricela — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/453245)
- [Maricela (TV Movie 1986) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0204467/)
- [Maricela (1986) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/453245-maricela-1986/cast)
- [Maricela (1986) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/maricela/credits)
- [Maricela (1986) - Christine Burrill | Cast and Crew | AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/movie/maricela-am237644/cast-crew)
- [Maricela Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/maricela/xoOcp3tlq7qa7DSgkC0yQ7/credits/)

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