Nacho Libre (20th Anniversary Screening) at the Rio Theatre

Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 11:15 pm UTC-07:00

The Rio Theatre | Vancouver

The Rio Theatre
Publisher/HostThe Rio Theatre
Nacho Libre (20th Anniversary Screening) at the Rio Theatre
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In 2006, writer-irector Jared Hess followed up his wildly popular indie cult-comedy NAPOLEON DYNAMITE with NACHO LIBRE, which find a similar groove by employing much of the same deadpan humour and sweet silliness – plus Jack Black. Ignacio (Black), is a disrespected cook at a Mexican monastery, can barely afford to feed the orphans who live there. Inspired by a local wrestling hero, he decides to moonlight as the not-so-famous Luchador “Nacho Libre” to earn money for the monastery — not to mention the admiration of beautiful nun Sister Encarnación.
“It’s more outrageous than hilarious, yet Nacho Libre has the same kind of sweet poignancy its filmmaker Jared Hess brought to his 2004 cult hit Napoleon Dynamite.” (Urban Cinefile)
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Friday, May 1
Doors 10:45 pm | Movie 11:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
www.riotheatretickets.ca
Late night Date Night! Bring a friend or date and get two-for-one entry.
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NACHO LIBRE (Jared Hess, 2026 / 92 mins / PG) Berated all his life by those around him, a monk follows his dream and dons a mask to moonlight as a Luchador (Mexican wrestler).
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*Minors OK. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
*Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK for any single film only. Please redeem at the door.
*We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance at www.riotheatretickets.ca. If a screening or live event is not sold out, the remaining tickets will be available for in-person purchase at the Rio Theatre’s box office prior to showtime (subject to availability).
*Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats, and time for treats at concession.
*All Rio Theatre tickets are final sale. No refunds, exchanges or transfers.
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