Where to watch The Athlete in Mexico
The Athlete isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Mexico right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 5 June 2026.
About The Athlete
The Athlete is a 2009 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by Rasselas Lakew and Davey Frankel, starring Rasselas Lakew, Dag Malmberg and Ruta Gedmintas. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Athlete in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Athlete trailer
Overview
Running the streets of Rome in 1960, an unknown, barefooted Ethiopian man stunned the world by winning Olympic gold in the marathon. Overnight, Abebe Bikila became a sports legend. A hero in his own country and to the continent, Bikila was the first African to win a gold medal, and four years later in Tokyo would become the first person in history to win consecutive Olympic gold medals in the marathon.
Top cast
Rasselas Lakew
Abebe Bikila
Dag Malmberg
Onni
Ruta Gedmintas
Charlotte
Abba Waka Dessalegn
. The Priest
Johnny Ashenafi
Coach Nega
Woyneshet Belachew
Telephone Operator
Abebe Bikila
Himself (archive footage)
Arne Boysen
Gunnar Krogsveen
Yeneneh Ezra
Emperor Haile Selassie
Fekadu Gemechu
Uncle
Mersha Getahun
Bartender
Tigist Gurma
Motel Manager
Benito Mussolini
Himself (archive footage)
Hristo Petkov
Archery coach
Ekaterina Petrova
Journalist
Assefa Tegene
Male Border Guard
Zelalem Yetagesu
Rude Officer
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Athlete in Mexico?+
The Athlete is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is The Athlete on Netflix?+
The Athlete is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.
How long is The Athlete?+
The Athlete has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Who stars in The Athlete?+
The Athlete stars Rasselas Lakew, Dag Malmberg, Ruta Gedmintas, Abba Waka Dessalegn and Johnny Ashenafi.
When did The Athlete come out?+
The Athlete is a 2009 movie directed by Rasselas Lakew and Davey Frankel.
What genre is The Athlete?+
The Athlete is Drama and History film.
Who directed The Athlete?+
The Athlete was directed by Rasselas Lakew and Davey Frankel.
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