Al Pacino, Diego Boneta, Xolo Maridueña, and KiKi Layne are caught in the middle of a dangerous Cold War conspiracy in Killing Castro, the upcoming historical drama that brings one of the most politically charged episodes surrounding Fidel Castro’s 1960 visit to the United States to the big screen. The newly released teaser trailer offers an early look at a story filled with espionage, political maneuvering, and an alleged plot to take down the Cuban leader on American soil.
Set in 1960, the film follows Castro’s arrival in New York to address the United Nations. During the visit, civil rights leader Malcolm X invites him to stay at Harlem’s famous Hotel Theresa. But the diplomatic occasion soon becomes a potential flashpoint as the FBI, CIA, and Mafia each become entangled in efforts to eliminate Castro, setting the stage for a dangerous clash of competing agendas.
With the eyes of the world on New York, the Hotel Theresa becomes the backdrop for a conspiracy where political power, organized crime, and international tensions collide. Rather than focusing solely on Castro’s public appearance, Killing Castro explores the shadowy forces operating behind the scenes during this extraordinary moment in history.
Killing Castro
- Director: Eif Rivera
- Starring: Diego Boneta, Al Pacino, Xolo Maridueña, Alexander Ludwig, KiKi Layne, Kendrick Sampson, Logan Marshall-Green, Ron Livingston
- Genre: Drama, History
- Runtime: 113 mins
Diego Boneta stars as Fidel Castro, with Al Pacino portraying Robert Maheu. The cast also includes Xolo Maridueña as Leonel, KiKi Layne as Ava Woods, Alexander Ludwig as an FBI agent, and Logan Marshall-Green as Johnny Roselli. Ron Livingston, Titus Welliver, and Nicole Beharie round out the ensemble.
Directed by Eif Rivera and written by Thomas DeGrezia and Leon Hendrix III, Killing Castro combines historical figures and political intrigue in a thriller built around a remarkable chapter of Cold War history.
Killing Castro arrives in US theatres on December 11, 2026.
Film Details
- Release Date: December 11, 2026 (US)
- Director: Eif Rivera
- Writers: Thomas DeGrezia, Leon Hendrix III
- Cast: Diego Boneta, Al Pacino, Xolo Maridueña, KiKi Layne, Alexander Ludwig, Logan Marshall-Green, Ron Livingston, Titus Welliver, Nicole Beharie
- Genre: Drama, History
- Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes
