Father Hope (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 5.8

Father Hope poster

Released in 2005, Father Hope is an action and comedy film directed by Ruggero Deodato, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Don Vasari is an anti-conformist priest. For this reason he is transferred to a juvenile prison in a small town in the southern of Italy. Nino, a sixteen year old inmate, is accused of murder but Don Vasari does not believe his guilt and he starts a courageous investigation to help him.

Who’s in it. Father Hope stars Bud Spencer as Padre Speranza, Salvatore Cascio as Nino Carbone, Marco Messeri as Padre Leonardo and Angelo Infanti as Guido Fonseca, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Father Hope 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 Father Hope page.

If you liked it. Fans of Father Hope tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Father Hope (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Father Hope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Father Hope worth watching?
Father Hope holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Father Hope?
Father Hope stars Bud Spencer, Salvatore Cascio, Marco Messeri, Angelo Infanti and Mauro Ursella.
When was Father Hope released?
Father Hope was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.