Father Morelos is a 1943 Mexican historical drama film directed by Miguel Contreras Torres and starring Domingo Soler, Consuelo Frank and Narciso Busquets. It is a biopic inspired by the life of José María Morelos, one of the leaders of the Mexican War of Independence. It was followed by a sequel Lightning in the South. It was shot at the Azteca Studios in Mexico City. The film's sets were designed by the art director Luis Moya.