Eager to Live (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 1953, Eager to Live is a drama film directed by Claudio Gora, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Massimo pretends to be rich but he's actually poor.
Who’s in it. Eager to Live stars Massimo Serato as Massimo, Marina Berti as Lucia, Anna Maria Ferrero as Elena and Marcello Mastroianni as Daniele, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Eager to Live has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $50K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eager to Live page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eager to Live tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eager to Live (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eager to Live change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Eager to Live worth watching?
- Eager to Live holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Eager to Live?
- Eager to Live stars Massimo Serato, Marina Berti, Anna Maria Ferrero, Marcello Mastroianni and Sandro Milani.
- When was Eager to Live released?
- Eager to Live was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.
