Two Bits (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1995, Two Bits is a drama and family film directed by James Foley, running about 85 minutes. “You're never too old to believe in a dream. Or too young to make one come true!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's a hot summer day in 1933 in South Philly, where 12-year old Gennaro lives with his widowed mom and his ailing grandpa, who sits outside holding tight to his last quarter, which he's promised to Gennaro and which Gennaro would like to have to buy a ticket to the plush new movie theater. But grandpa's not ready to pass on the quarter or pass on to his final reward: he has some unfinished business with a woman from his past, and he enlists Gennaro to act as his emissary.
Who’s in it. Two Bits stars Jerry Barone as Gennaro Spirito, Al Pacino as Gitano Sabatoni, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Luisa Spirito and Joe Grifasi as Uncle Joe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Two Bits has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Beamafilm and rent or buy it from Beamafilm. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Two Bits page.
If you liked it. Fans of Two Bits tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Two Bits (1995)?
- In AU, Two Bits is available to stream on Beamafilm, and rent or buy from Beamafilm. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Two Bits worth watching?
- Two Bits holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Two Bits?
- Two Bits stars Jerry Barone, Al Pacino, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Joe Grifasi and Geoff Pierson.
- When was Two Bits released?
- Two Bits was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.