American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez(2026)

Name: American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
Director: David Alvarado
Genre: Documentary
Released: Jul 17, 2026
Cast: Herman Gallegos, Jessica Govea, Taylor Hackford, Dolores Huerta

mTuckman Media

1h 32m
- Documentary

Release Date: Jul 17, 2026

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Luis Valdez elevates Chicano narratives to cinema through Zoot Suit and La Bamba, overcoming political and industry pushback to create landmark films that broaden and honor America's cultural story.

Note: Distributed by Insignia Films / mTuckman Media

Release Details

Original Release | Jul 17, 2026 | Limited (Insignia Films / mTuckman Media)

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Box Office Results

2026-09-12T11:11:30.908Z

Results

Opening Weekend US & Canada:
$7,500
Total US & Canada:
$170,311
Total Worldwide:
$170,311

Current Showtimes

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Director & Top Cast

David Alvarado
Director

Herman Gallegos
Self

Jessica Govea
Self

Taylor Hackford
Self

Dolores Huerta
Self

Other Details

Country of Origin: United States

Language: English,Spanish

Summaries

Storyline

Luis Valdez elevates Chicano narratives to cinema through Zoot Suit and La Bamba, overcoming political and industry pushback to create landmark films that broaden and honor America's cultural story.