When was Bound by Honor released?

Bound by Honor was released on 1993-02-05.

How long is Bound by Honor?

Bound by Honor runs 190 minutes.

What genre is Bound by Honor?

Bound by Honor belongs to these genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller.

Who stars in Bound by Honor?

The main cast includes Thomas Rosales Jr., Vanessa Marquez, Elizabeth Austin.

Is there a trailer for Bound by Honor?

Yes, the official trailer is available on this page.

Bound by Honor

An epic story of three brothers. Bound by blood. Divided by fate. Driven by destiny.

Key facts

Release date: 1993-02-05
Runtime: 190 min
Genres: Crime Drama Thriller
Rating: 8.2

In short

Bound by Honor is a 1993 Crime, Drama, Thriller film. It runs 190 minutes and is rated 8.2/10 on TMDB. It was released on 1993-02-05.

Updated 2026-10-13

Overview

Based on the true life experiences of poet Jimmy Santiago Baca, the film focuses on half-brothers Paco and Cruz, and their bi-racial cousin Miklo. It opens in 1972, as the three are members of an East L.A. gang known as the "Vatos Locos", and the story focuses on how a violent crime and the influence of narcotics alter their lives. Miklo is incarcerated and sent to San Quentin, where he makes a "home" for himself. Cruz becomes an exceptional artist, but a heroin addiction overcomes him with tragic results. Paco becomes a cop and an enemy to his "carnal", Miklo.

Frequently asked questions

When was Bound by Honor released?: Bound by Honor was released on 1993-02-05.
How long is Bound by Honor?: Bound by Honor runs 190 minutes.
What genre is Bound by Honor?: Bound by Honor belongs to these genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller.
Who stars in Bound by Honor?: The main cast includes Thomas Rosales Jr., Vanessa Marquez, Elizabeth Austin.
Is there a trailer for Bound by Honor?: Yes, the official trailer is available on this page.