Selena
In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Selena (1997) Original Trailer [HD]
25th Anniversary Trailer
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Frequently asked questions about Selena
Where can I watch Selena in the United States?
Selena is available to stream on HBO Max and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Selena on HBO Max?
Yes. Selena is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Tubi TV.
Can I watch Selena for free?
Selena streams free with ads in the United States on Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Selena?
Selena scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Selena?
Selena stars Jennifer Lopez, Jackie Guerra, Constance Marie, Alex Meneses, and Jon Seda. Gregory Nava is the director.
How long is Selena?
Selena runs 2h 7m (127 minutes).
When did Selena come out?
Selena was released on March 21, 1997.
Which studio made Selena?
Selena was produced by Esparza / Katz Productions, Q Productions, and Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Selena?
Selena was made on a budget of $20,000,000.
How much did Selena make at the box office?
Selena grossed $60,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.
What languages is Selena in?
Selena is in Spanish and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.