The Secret in Their Eyes (2010)
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The Secret in Their Eyes is streaming in Mexico on Netflix.
What the audience says
The Secret in Their Eyes is one of the better-rated Spanish films out there. It carries an 8.0/10 on TMDB across 2,995 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 130 minutes. In Mexico you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 10m on it?
2h 10m of Spanish mystery, leaning thriller. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- It rates 8.0/10 on 2,995 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you want answers early rather than a slow reveal
- Best for
- A quiet evening at home
Story
Hoping to put to rest years of unease concerning a past case, retired criminal investigator Benjamín begins writing a novel based on the unsolved mystery of a newlywed’s rape and murder. With the help of a former colleague, judge Irene, he attempts to make sense of the past.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 10m |
| Genre | Mystery / Thriller |
| Language | Spanish |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Juan José Campanella
Cast
Where to watch in Mexico
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 18 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: Everything new on Netflix · All Netflix titles in Mexico
Trailer
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