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A list of films produced in the Cinema of Mexico in the 1930s, ordered by year of release, from the year 1930 to 1939. For an alphabetical list of articles on Mexican films see :Category:Mexican films.

1930s

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¡Que viva México!Sergei EisensteinHistorical DramaAn unfinished epic by Sergei Eisenstein, with later footage assembled into a truncated version.
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{{Year header}} | 1932
SantaAntonio MorenoLupita Tovar, Juan José Martínez CasadoMelodramaFirst Mexican sound film. Based on Federico Gamboa's novel.
ZitariMiguel Contreras TorresMedea de Novara
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La lloronaRamón PeónRamón Pereda, Virginia Zuri, Adriana LamarHorrorBased on the legend of a grieving woman turned vengeful spirit, it was the first Mexican horror film with sound.
En la cima del mundoRoberto RicardoJuan Carlos Diego, Virginia Zuri, Paloma Christol
El vuelo de la muerteGuillermo CallesRamón Pereda, Sara García, Adriana LamarDrama and CrimeCentered around a woman who becomes entangled in a dangerous situation involving crime and betrayal.
Sobre las OlasMiguel ZacaríasAdolfo Girón, Carmen Guerrero, René Cardona

1934

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Godfather MendozaFernando de FuentesAlfredo del Diestro, Carmen Guerrero, Antonio R. Frausto, Luis G. Barreiro, Joaquin Busquets, Emma RoldanHistoricalSet during the Mexican Revolution, with elements of Mexican noir.
Juarez and MaximilianMiguel Contreras TorresMedea de Novara, Enrique Herrera, Antonio R. FraustoHistoricalAround the time of the French intervention in Mexico, Depicts the political struggle between Emperor Maximilian of Mexico and President Benito Juárez.
Two MonksJuan Bustillo OroVíctor Urruchúa, Carlos Villatoro, Magda Haller, M. Beltrán de Heder, Emma RoldánGothic Drama with elements of Psychological horrorExplores the emotional and moral conflict of two monks who fall in love with the same woman.
JanitzioCarlos NavarroEmilio Fernández, María Teresa Orozco, Gilberto González, Felipe de Flores, Max Langler, Adela Valdés
Mujeres sin almaRamón PeónConsuelo Moreno, Alberto Martí, Juan Orol, Adela Sequeyro, Francisco Jambrina, Mercedes Moreno, Luis G. Barreiro
¿Quién mató a Eva?José BohrJosé Bohr, Julio Villarreal, Miguel M. Delgado, Josefina Velez
The Woman of the PortArcady BoytlerAndrea Palma, Domingo Soler, Stella IndaDramaInspired in the novel Le Port

1935

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Heroic SilenceRamón PeónAlfredo del Diestro, Emma Roldán, René CardonaDrama
Luponini (El terror de Chicago)José BohrJosé Bohr, Anita Blanch, Carlos Villatoro, Isabelita Blanch, Maruja Gómez, Raúl Talán, Manuel Buendía, Arturo Manrique "Panseco"Police Drama
Más allá de la muerteAdela SequeyroAdela Sequeyro, Miguel Arenas, Mario Tenorio, Magda Haller, Jorge Cardeña Álvarez, Manuel Noriega, Manuel Buendía
Madre QueridaJuan OrolLuisa María Morales, Alberto Martí, Antonio Licéaga, Juan OrolDrama
Martín GaratuzaGabriel SoriaLeopoldo Ortín, Juan José Martínez Casado, Sofía ÁlvarezHistoricalA cunning man navigating betrayal and power in colonial Mexico.
The Mystery of the Ghastly FaceJuan Bustillo OroCarlos Villarías, Beatriz Ramos, Manuel NoriegaMystery HorrorCentered around a chilling mystery involving a ghostly, pale-faced figure.
RosarioMiguel ZacariasPedro Armendáriz, Gloria Morel, Fanny SchillerDramaStory of a young woman's emotional struggles as she faces love, sacrifice, and societal pressures.
Sor Juana Inés de la CruzRamon PeónAndrea Palma, Mimi Derba

1936

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Allá en el Rancho GrandeFernando de FuentesTito Guízar, Esther FernándezMusical comedy and ranchera genre.Considered to be the one that started the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema.
No te engañes corazónMiguel Contreras TorresCantinflas, Carlos Orellana, Sara García, Estanislao SchillinskyComedy DramaFirst Cantinflas film
Irma la malaRaphael J. SevillaPedro Armendáriz, Adriana Lamar, Ramón Pereda
María Elena EduardoPedro Armendáriz
RedesFred ZinnemannSilvio Hernández, David Valle González, Rafael Hinojosa, Antonio Lara, Miguel FigueroaDrama and Social Realism filmFilm about a fishing community's struggle against exploitation. Employing a non-professional cast and neorealist techniques.
un tono más brillante de azulRoberto RicardoPaloma Christol
Vámonos con Pancho VillaFernando de FuentesFernando Soler, Pedro ArmendàrizHistorical DramaDepicts the Mexican Revolution through the eyes of soldiers who accompany the legendary bandit Pancho Villa.

1937

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La palomaMiguel Contreras TorresArturo de Córdova, Medea de Novara, Alfredo del Diestro
Come on PoncianoGabriel SoriaConsuelo Frank, Leopoldo Ortín, Carlos LópezHistorical Drama and ComedyFollows the story of a man named Ponciano, who becomes involved in the turmoil and struggles of the Mexican Revolution.
Heads or TailsArcady BoytlerMariano Moreno (Cantinflas), Manuel Medel, Margarita MoraDrama ComedyExplores themes of nationalism and social conflict in post-revolutionary Mexico.
Jalisco nunca pierdeChano UruetaPedro Armendáriz, Esperanza Baur, Jorge Vélez, Rosita LepeComedy
Las cuatro milpasRamón PeredaPedro Armendáriz, Ramón Pereda, Adriana Lamar
No matarás (Suprema ley)Miguel Contreras TorresAdriana Lamar, Ramón PeredaCo-production with the United States
Nobody's WifeAdela SequeyroMario Tenorio, José Eduardo Pérez, Eduardo González PliegoDramaExploring themes of love and societal expectations.
Poppy of the RoadJuan Bustillo Oro, Antonio Guzmán AguileraTito Guizar, Andrea Palma, Pedro Armendáriz,Musical drama, with elements of romanceTells the story of a young woman’s struggles with love, betrayal, and her journey toward self-discovery.
Such Is My CountryArcady BoytlerCantinflas, Manuel Medel, Mercedes SolerComedyMexican comedy film that humorously portrays the customs and culture of Mexico, reflecting the country's identity during the era.
Ave sin RumboRoberto O'QuigleyAndrea Palma, Armando Calvo

1938

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La golondrinaMiguel Contreras TorresMiguel Contreras Torres, Medea de Novara, Domingo Soler
Águila o solArcady BoytlerCantinflas, Manuel MedelDrama with elements of family and reunionPolito Sol and siblings Adriana and Carmelo Águila are abandoned at birth, growing up as the "Águila o Sol" trio. Years later, Polito's father, Don Hipólito, finds them and reunites the family.
Beautiful MexicoRamón Pereda Adriana Lamar, Antonio R. FraustoMusicalPortrays the beauty and culture of Mexico through a heartfelt story of love and national pride.
Diablillos de arrabalAdela SequeyroJosé Emilio Pineda, Enrique Olivar, Alberto Islas, Antonio Mendoza Botello, Parkev Hussian, Saúl Zamora, Arturo AmaroComedy
The Girl's AuntJuan Bustillo OroEnrique Herrera, Joaquín Pardavé, Gloria MarínComedy
HuapangoJuan Bustillo OroGloria Morel, Enrique Herrera, Antonio R. FraustoMusical
Los millones de ChaflánPedro Armendáriz
La ZandungaFernando de FuentesLupe Vélez, Arturo de Córdova
Mi candidatoPedro Armendáriz, Esther Fernández
Canto a mi tierraJosé BohrPedro Armendáriz, Pedro Vargas
La Adelita Sabino EstradaPedro Armendáriz
SiboneyJuan OrolMaría Antonieta Pons, Juan Orol
While Mexico SleepsAlejandro GalindoArturo de Córdova, Gloria Morel, Miguel ArenasCrime

1939

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Café ConcordiaAlberto GoutJanet Alcoriza, David Silva, Tomás PerrínDrama
Every Madman to His SpecialtyJuan Bustillo OroEnrique Herrera, Joaquín Pardavé, Gloria MarínComedy mystery
Father's EntanglementsMiguel ZacaríasLeopoldo Ortín, Sara García, Julián SolerComedy
Horse for HorseJuan Bustillo OroJoaquín Pardavé, Consuelo Frank, Enrique HerreraComedy
El indioArmando Vargas de la MazaPedro Armendáriz, Consuelo Frank, Dolores CamarilloDrama
The Night of the MayasChano UruetaIsabela Corona, Arturo de Córdova, Stella IndaDrama
The Queen of the RiverRené CardonaDomingo Soler, Pedro Armendáriz, Gloria MorelDrama
The Sign of DeathChano UruetaCantinflas, Manuel Medel, Elena D'OrgazMystery
Three Peasants on a DonkeyJosé BenavidesCarlos Orellana, Sara García, Joaquín PardavéComedy
With Villa's VeteransRaúl de AndaDomingo Soler, Pedro Armendáriz, Emilio FernándezWar drama
Una luz en mi caminoPedro Armendáriz
The Ass JockeyRoberto RicardoCosmo Gonzales, Kristoff Van Banser, Crystal Beillman
La china HilariaRoberto CurwoodPedro Armendáriz, Alicia Ortiz

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