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In Texas's scorching underbelly, a legendary Federale turned vigilante, Machete (Danny Trejo), seeks revenge against those who wronged him. Double-crossed and left for dead, he unleashes a bloody rampage, leaving a trail of carnage in his wake as he exacts justice on the corrupt forces that dare to cross him.

In Texas's scorching underbelly, a legendary Federale turned vigilante, Machete (Danny Trejo), seeks revenge against those who wronged him. Double-crossed and left for dead, he unleashes a bloody rampage, leaving a trail of carnage in his wake as he exacts justice on the corrupt forces that dare to cross him.

Does Machete have end credit scenes?

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Machete does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Machete

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Rotten Tomatoes
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70%

TOMATOMETER

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63%

User Score

IMDb

6.6 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

63

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User Score

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Who plays the character Machete Cortez?

Full Plot Summary and Ending Explained for Machete

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Machete begins with a gripping scene along a road cutting through the Mexican mesa. A vehicle carries two Federales—Machete Cortez (played by Danny Trejo) and his partner, Vic Trevino, as they head to rescue a young woman, Mayra Leal, who has been taken hostage by the treacherous drug lord Torrez (played by Steven Seagal). What adds tension to their mission is Vic’s skepticism; he believes the girl is just another victim, likely drugged and beyond saving. Machete calmly counters, “If not us, then who?”

The phone call from their superior, the Mexican federal chief Alejandro Antonio (who remains unnamed in your cast information), escalates the situation when he orders them to wait for backup. Machete, undeterred, crushes the phone in defiance. Racing towards a suspected hideout, the duo finds themselves ambushed by heavily armed men. After a fierce exchange, Machete’s partner is tragically killed, and Machete charges into the building, thwarting an ambush and engaging in brutal combat, where he dispatches his attackers with his signature weapon—the machete that defines him.

Once he locates the kidnapped girl, she initially resists but quickly finds herself captivated, leading to a shocking betrayal. She incapacitates Machete with his own weapon and reveals her allegiance to Torrez, who enters to solidify his dominance by torturing Machete, dragging him deeper into betrayal and violence. As the cruel sequence unfolds, Torrez murders Machete’s wife, Nina Leon, and casually informs him that both she and their daughter are dead, leaving Machete to face his imminent demise in a fiery inferno.

Fast forward three years: the narrative relocates to a day labor site in Texas, amplifying the ongoing struggle against illegal immigration. Sartana Rivera, an ICE agent played by Jessica Alba, meticulously surveils the laborers in a taco stand operated by Luz, who is suspected of being the enigmatic ‘Shé’, a pivotal figure in a smuggling network. Machete emerges from the shadows, symbolizing resilience. Agent Sartana, while grappling with her conflicting loyalties, recognizes Machete and a complicated relationship begins to unfold.

The story escalates when a ruthless contingent of vigilantes, led by the callous Von Jackson, and the unscrupulous Senator John McLaughlin, escalate their war against immigrants, resulting in brutal confrontations that showcase the characters’ conflicting motives. Von’s oppressive reign ultimately leads to Luz’s near-fatal encounter, birthing a more urgent revolutionary spirit among the day laborers who look to Machete as their leader.

With layers of deceit unraveling, Machete teams up with Sartana and the laborers to mount a war against the corrupt systems embodied by Torrez, Booth, and Von. The climactic battle is a chaotic fusion of action and dark humor, culminating in Machete confronting his past as it intertwines with revenge against an orchestrated betrayal.

In a bitter twist, complications arise when Torrez’s henchman and former allies turn against him amidst the chaos of battle. The final showdown between Machete and Torrez reflects a profound commentary on betrayal, identity, and justice. The explosive battle scenes lead to Machete’s victory but not without cost.

Ultimately, Machete rides into the sunset, defiant and unyielding, refusing the classification of being a mere legal document. Sartana vows to stand by his side as they face an uncertain future, culminating in the tongue-in-cheek setup for sequels, foreshadowing more chaotic adventures ahead.

Fade to black as the narrator shares the promise of Machete’s return in future installments, teasing an explosive continuity in this modern tale of justice and rebellion.

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Cars Featured in Machete

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Alfa

1971

Romeo Montreal

AM

General HMMWV M1113

AM

General M-35

BMW

1986

535i E28

Buick

1974

Century Regal

Cadillac

1987

Brougham Funeral Coach

Chevrolet

1987

Caprice

Chevrolet

1977

Caprice Classic

Chevrolet

1978

Chevy Van

Chevrolet

1964

Impala

Movie Themes and Keywords

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