Goodbye, Father (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 8.6
Released in 1996, Goodbye, Father is a drama and romance film directed by Luís Filipe Rocha, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. For a 13-year-old boy like Filipe, the prospect of a summer vacation in the Azores with his father is like a dream come true. But dreams are sometimes just a way to avoid facing reality.
Who’s in it. Goodbye, Father stars Afonso Pimentel as Filipe, João Lagarto as Manuel, Laura Soveral as Dona Paula / teacher and Natália Luiza as Mãe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, Goodbye, Father sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Goodbye, Father page.
If you liked it. Fans of Goodbye, Father tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Goodbye, Father (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goodbye, Father change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Goodbye, Father worth watching?
- Goodbye, Father holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Goodbye, Father?
- Goodbye, Father stars Afonso Pimentel, João Lagarto, Laura Soveral, Natália Luiza and Lourdes Norberto.
- When was Goodbye, Father released?
- Goodbye, Father was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.