A Boy from Calabria (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1987, A Boy from Calabria is a drama film directed by Luigi Comencini, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in 1960, the year of the Rome Olympics, a 13 year-old boy with aspirations to become an athlete befriends an ageing, disabled bus driver who understands his ambitions.
Who’s in it. A Boy from Calabria stars Gian Maria Volonté as Felice, Diego Abatantuono as Nicola, Thérèse Liotard as Maria 'Mariuccia' Sileca and Santo Polimeno as Mimi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, A Boy from Calabria 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 A Boy from Calabria page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Boy from Calabria tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Boy from Calabria (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Boy from Calabria change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Boy from Calabria worth watching?
- A Boy from Calabria holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Boy from Calabria?
- A Boy from Calabria stars Gian Maria Volonté, Diego Abatantuono, Thérèse Liotard, Santo Polimeno and Giada Desideri.
- When was A Boy from Calabria released?
- A Boy from Calabria was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.