Cast and Crew of Nacho Libre

Nacho Libre

"Nacho Libre," released in 2006, is a comedy film starring Jack Black as Nacho and Ana de la Reguera as Sister Encarnación. Loosely inspired by the true story of Fray Tormenta, a Mexican priest who became a masked luchador to fund his orphanage, the film blends quirky humor with an homage to Mexican wrestling culture. Upon its release, the movie received mixed reviews; critics praised Jack Black's energetic and endearing performance but found the humor uneven and the plot somewhat simplistic. Over time, however, "Nacho Libre" has garnered a devoted following and is now widely regarded as a cult classic. Its unique blend of absurd comedy, heartwarming themes, and memorable characters has led many fans to celebrate it as an underrated gem in Jack Black's filmography, maintaining a beloved status despite its initially lukewarm reception.

Main Cast of Nacho Libre

Jack Black as Nacho

Jack Black

Nacho
Ana de la Reguera as Sister Encarnación

Ana de la Reguera

Sister Encarnación
Héctor Jiménez as Esqueleto

Héctor Jiménez

Esqueleto
Moisés Arias as Juan Pablo

Moisés Arias

Juan Pablo

Darius Rose

Chancho

Carlos Maycotte

Segundo Nuñez

Crew of Nacho Libre

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