Under the Olive Tree (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1950, Under the Olive Tree is a drama film directed by Giuseppe De Santis, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. A young shepherd returns home after the Second World War having been held in a prisoner of war camp. He finds that the local landowner has stolen his sheep and his girlfriend. When he also assaults and murders his sister, the shepherd takes revenge.
Who’s in it. Under the Olive Tree stars Raf Vallone as Francesco Dominici, Lucia Bosè as Lucia Silvestri, Folco Lulli as Agostino Bonfiglio and Maria Grazia Francia as Maria Grazia Dominici, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Under the Olive Tree has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Under the Olive Tree page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under the Olive Tree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under the Olive Tree (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under the Olive Tree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under the Olive Tree worth watching?
- Under the Olive Tree holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Under the Olive Tree?
- Under the Olive Tree stars Raf Vallone, Lucia Bosè, Folco Lulli, Maria Grazia Francia and Dante Maggio.
- When was Under the Olive Tree released?
- Under the Olive Tree was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.