August Vacation (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1996, August Vacation is a comedy film directed by Paolo Virzì, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. During an August vacation on the island of Ventotene, two groups of Italians with diametrically opposed political views and social backgrounds find themselves living together as neighbors. An incident concerning an African immigrant triggers a series of confrontations that reveal hidden secrets, desires, and grudges.
Who’s in it. August Vacation stars Silvio Orlando as Sandro Molino, Sabrina Ferilli as Marisa, Ennio Fantastichini as Ruggero Mazzalupi and Gigio Alberti as Roberto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, August Vacation has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch August Vacation page.
If you liked it. Fans of August Vacation tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch August Vacation (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for August Vacation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is August Vacation worth watching?
- August Vacation holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in August Vacation?
- August Vacation stars Silvio Orlando, Sabrina Ferilli, Ennio Fantastichini, Gigio Alberti and Agnese Claisse.
- When was August Vacation released?
- August Vacation was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.