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The Untamed (2017): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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The Untamed is a 2017 sci-fi thriller directed by Amat Escalante, starring Ruth Ramos, Kenny Johnston and Simone Bucio. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $61,249 worldwide. Critics gave it 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

IMDb rating
6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
86%
worldwide gross
$61.2K
Echo Score
76
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The Untamed (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Amat Escalante
Genres
Sci-Fi , Drama , Thriller , Horror
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Untamed About?

The premise of The Untamed without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

In a close-knit town grappling with unspoken secrets, a young mother's ordinary existence is upended by the arrival of the mysterious Veronica. Veronica offers a seemingly miraculous solution to the town's troubles, but her presence ignites simmering tensions and awakens dark forces. As the community struggles with its demons, they must confront the unsettling power Veronica embodies or face devastating consequences.

The Untamed Themes & Keywords

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  • sex with alien
  • female masturbation
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  • erotica
  • rear nudity
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  • sex standing up
  • husband beats his wife
  • rear entry sex
  • female topless nudity
  • woman fingering her vagina
  • nude woman in a shower
  • alien
  • female masterbation
  • camera shot of a woman's crotch
  • anal sex
  • nudity
  • motorcycle
  • gay sex
  • male nurse
  • woman wrapped in a towel
  • female star appears nude
  • woman taking a shower
  • sex scene
  • watching a zombie movie
  • meteorite
  • prostitution
  • softcore
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • adultery
  • extramarital affair
  • midriff bandage
  • repairing a car
  • dancer
  • dancing
  • candymaker
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  • female female embrace
  • orgasm
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Cast & crew

The Untamed Cast

Ruth Ramos leads the cast, with Kenny Johnston and Simone Bucio. Directed by Amat Escalante; 9 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Amat Escalante

More films directed by Amat Escalante, best-rated first: Heli, Lost in the Night, Slave and Los bastardos.

Full filmography
Ratings

The Untamed Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Untamed 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 76/100, strongest in character & emotion (88) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

76 /100

The Untamed Echo Score Breakdown

The Untamed excels in crafting a distinct and unsettling experiential film, though its narrative structure occasionally feels imbalanced. Critics consistently highlight the director’s atmospheric precision and the strong emotional undercurrents, while some note that the pacing and thematic juxtapositions can undercut one another. The film’s thematic boldness and stylistic coherence maintain engagement, even when the storyline diverges into uneven territory. Overall, The Untamed offers a compelling cinematic experience that is memorable for its sensory and emotional intensity despite occasional narrative inconsistencies.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, the film demonstrates a refined visual and editorial approach that effectively builds tension and atmosphere. The direction employs measured framing and editing rhythms, while the production design underscores the story’s otherworldly contours. These elements combine to create a cohesive and deliberate cinematic language. Ultimately, the craft work sustains the film’s immersive tone from start to finish.

  • Character & Emotion 88

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film delivers compelling portrayals that resonate with genuine depth. Performances are uniformly strong, conveying nuanced vulnerability and restraint even amid surreal circumstances. The emotional dynamics between the leads and the creature amplify the stakes and grant the narrative intimate resonance. Consequently, the characters remain engaging and sympathetic throughout the film’s unsettling developments.

  • Story & Flow 65

    With respect to story and flow, the narrative offers intriguing originality through its blend of dark humor and unsettling fantasy. This bold approach yields memorable moments but also introduces uneven pacing and occasional thematic clutter. Some sequences achieve potent engagement, while others struggle to cohere fully within the overall trajectory. As a result, the story captivates at times but does not sustain uniform momentum across its duration.

  • Sensory Experience 87

    Regarding sensory experience, the film excels in crafting a rich aural and visual tapestry that heightens every unsettling turn. The score oscillates between ominous tension and stark stillness, while the sound design emphasizes visceral textures. Cinematic compositions and color schemes reinforce the film’s eerie tone. Together, these elements yield a potent sensory immersion that anchors the film’s unsettling atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s provocative themes and atmospheric detail offer points of renewed discovery. Its complex symbolism and visual motifs may reveal additional layers on subsequent viewings. However, the uneven narrative structure and challenging content may limit repeat enjoyment for some audiences. Overall, the film retains a degree of lasting appeal but does not consistently encourage frequent reengagement.

Plot

The Untamed Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in The Untamed from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

A troubled, intimate drama unfolds across two intertwined stories in a stark rural setting. In one thread, a young mother named Alejandra is trapped in a loveless marriage with Ángel, a man who is secretly gay. Ángel carries a brittle public persona, often mocking Fabián, Alejandra’s brother and a nurse, while hiding a private affair with him. Alejandra’s life at home is tense and emotionally unfulfilling, fueling a deep sense of loneliness and sexual frustration. She tries to cope in small, intimate moments, and in a private shower she reaches toward release, only to be interrupted by the intrusion of her children, a moment that underscores how far she feels from the closeness she longs for.

Full summary

The whole story of The Untamed, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

The Untamed Box Office

The Untamed grossed $61,249 worldwide. $27,593 came from the US and Canada and $33,656 (55%) from the rest of the world.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$61.2K

US & Canada
$27.6K
International
$33.7K
US & Canada 45% Rest of the world 55%
Videos

The Untamed Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Untamed.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Untamed?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

The Untamed Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “La région sauvage” and “Det fremmede”.

Also known as
  • La région sauvage
  • Det fremmede
  • Det främmande
  • 欲望号妖兽
  • 慾望
  • 野蛮地区
  • Неукрощенные
  • Опасна зона
  • A Região Selvagem
  • 慾望號妖獸
  • Nieoswojeni
  • Дикий регіон
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  • 야생지대

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FAQ

The Untamed FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Untamed, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Untamed?

The Untamed runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Untamed released?

The Untamed was released on July 21, 2017.

Who directed The Untamed?

The Untamed was directed by Amat Escalante.

More films by Amat Escalante

Who is in the cast of The Untamed?

The Untamed stars Ruth Ramos, Kenny Johnston and Simone Bucio, among 9 credited actors.

How much did The Untamed make at the box office?

The Untamed grossed $61,249 worldwide ($27,593 domestic, $33,656 international).

How is The Untamed rated?

The Untamed has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 72 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does The Untamed have a post-credit scene?

No. The Untamed has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Untamed in?

The original language of The Untamed is Spanish.

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