La Bamba
“Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.”
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Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.
Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips
as Ritchie Valens
Danielle von Zerneck
as Donna Ludwig
Elizabeth Peña
as Rosie Morales
Rosanna DeSoto
as Connie Valenzuela
Esai Morales
as Bob Morales
Joe Pantoliano
as Bob Keane
Marshall Crenshaw
as Buddy Holly
Brian Setzer
as Eddie Cochran
Daniel Valdez
as Lelo
Howard Huntsberry
as Jackie Wilson
Felipe Cantu
as Curandero
Eddie Frias
as Chino
Mike Moroff
as Mexican Ed
Geoffrey Rivas
as Rudy
Sam Anderson
as Mr. Ludwig
Maggie Gwinn
as Mrs. Ludwig
Jeffrey Alan Chandler
as Alan Freed
Stephen Lee
as Big Bopper
John Quade
as Bartender
Lettie Ibarra
as Vera
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La Bamba is #2427 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About La Bamba
“Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.”
Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly. Running 108 minutes.
La Bamba Cast and Characters
The cast features Lou Diamond Phillips (as Ritchie Valens), Danielle von Zerneck (as Donna Ludwig), Elizabeth Peña (as Rosie Morales), Rosanna DeSoto (as Connie Valenzuela), and Esai Morales (as Bob Morales). Their performances are a major reason La Bamba has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch La Bamba NowWhy People Are Watching La Bamba
La Bamba flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about La Bamba
Where can I watch La Bamba online for free?
You can watch La Bamba online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is La Bamba?
La Bamba runs for 108 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is La Bamba good? What's the rating?
La Bamba holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 788 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of La Bamba?
The main cast includes Lou Diamond Phillips, Danielle von Zerneck, Elizabeth Peña, and Rosanna DeSoto, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is La Bamba available in English?
Yes — La Bamba was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was La Bamba released?
La Bamba was released in 1987.
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Where can I watch La Bamba for free?
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What is La Bamba about?
La Bamba is a Drama/Music English-language film. Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.
When was La Bamba released?
La Bamba was released on July 24, 1987. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. The film was produced by New Visions Pictures.
Who stars in La Bamba?
La Bamba stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Danielle von Zerneck, Elizabeth Peña and Rosanna DeSoto. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is La Bamba available in HD?
Yes, La Bamba is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.