Tio Papi (2013): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Tio Papi is a 2013 film directed by Fro Rojas, starring Joey Dedio as Ray Ray, Jerome Preston Bates and Frankie Faison. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $21,316 worldwide. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
English What Is Tio Papi About?
The premise of Tio Papi without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Ray Ray Dominguez lived a carefree bachelor's life, dreaming of a move to Miami. His world is unexpectedly upended when he becomes the reluctant guardian of his sister's six children, ranging in age from 6 to 16. Now responsible for raising this energetic and demanding family, Ray Ray confronts the challenges of parenthood and must re-evaluate his priorities. This heartwarming story, directed by Fro Rojas, blends comedy and drama to explore the unexpected joys and responsibilities of family.
Where to Watch Tio Papi
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Tio Papi Cast & Characters
Joey Dedio leads the cast as Ray Ray, with Jerome Preston Bates as Wilson and Frankie Faison as Gilly. Directed by Fro Rojas; 18 actors are credited in all.
- Director Fro Rojas
- Joey Dedio as Ray Ray
- Jerome Preston Bates as Wilson
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Frankie Faison as Gilly - Carlos León as Raul
Also Starring in Tio Papi
· 14 more- Kelly McGillis Elizabeth Warden
- David Castro Manny
- Gabriella Fanuele Vanessa
- Fatima Ptacek Angela
- Nicolette Pierini Lola
- Dax Roy Nico
- Elizabeth Rodriguez Cheeky
- Tyrone Marshall Brown Brandon
- Priscilla Lopez Judge Vega
- Jack Noseworthy Benjamin Welling
- Vanessa Aspillaga Carmela
- Johnnie Mae Waitress
- Jessica Leccia Daniella
- Ursula Abbott Jacqueline
Tio Papi Plot Summary
What happens in Tio Papi from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ray Ray is a longtime New York City bachelor who has held the same job for 22 years. To his boss Wilson, life looks orderly, but Ray Ray is often late paying rent to his landlord Gilly and tends to be a bit irresponsible. He dreams of moving to Miami someday, chasing a fresh start beyond his routine.
Everything shifts when Ray Ray’s sister Daniela and her husband Raul are killed, leaving six children at his doorstep. Daniela’s absence and Raul’s loss push Ray Ray to confront the fragile balance of becoming a caretaker for relatives he never expected to raise. The family begins to reorganize around this new reality, with the kids carrying their own grief and confusion.
Full summary
The whole story of Tio Papi, scene by scene
Tio Papi Box Office
Tio Papi grossed $21,316 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$21.3K
- US & Canada
- $21.3K
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Tio Papi FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of Tio Papi, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Tio Papi?
Tio Papi runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Tio Papi released?
Tio Papi was released on September 6, 2013.
Who directed Tio Papi?
Tio Papi was directed by Fro Rojas.
Who is in the cast of Tio Papi?
Tio Papi stars Joey Dedio as Ray Ray, Jerome Preston Bates as Wilson and Frankie Faison as Gilly, among 18 credited actors.
Where can I watch Tio Papi?
In the US, Tio Papi is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fawesome and Plex and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Tio Papi make at the box office?
Tio Papi grossed $21,316 worldwide.
Does Tio Papi have a post-credit scene?
No. Tio Papi has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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