Amélia (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 8.3

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Released in 2000, Amélia is a comedy and drama film directed by Ana Carolina, running about 130 minutes.

What it’s about. Fictional story based on Sarah Bernhard's visit to Brazil in 1905. The actress, experiencing a personal and professional crisis at the time, is induced by her personal Brazilian maid, Amélia, to make a performance in Rio de Janeiro. After arriving, she is forced to stand the company of Amélia's exotic sisters.

Who’s in it. Amélia stars Béatrice Agenin as Sarah Bernhardt, Marília Pêra as Amélia, Myrian Muniz as Francisca and Camila Amado as Oswalda, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Amélia sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amélia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Amélia tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Amélia (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amélia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Amélia worth watching?
Amélia holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Amélia?
Amélia stars Béatrice Agenin, Marília Pêra, Myrian Muniz, Camila Amado and Alice Borges.
When was Amélia released?
Amélia was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.