Europe '51 (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1952, Europe '51 is a drama film directed by Roberto Rossellini, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. A wealthy, self-absorbed Rome socialite is tacked by guilt over the death of her young son. As a way of dealing with her grief and finding meaning in her life, she decides to devote her time and money to the city’s poor and sick. Her newfound, single-minded activism leads to conflicts with her husband and questions about her sanity.
Who’s in it. Europe '51 stars Ingrid Bergman as Irene Girard, Alexander Knox as George Girard, Ettore Giannini as Andrea Casatti and Teresa Pellati as Ines, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Europe '51 has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Europe '51 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Europe '51 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Europe '51 (1952)?
- In US, Europe '51 is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Europe '51 worth watching?
- Europe '51 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 Europe '51?
- Europe '51 stars Ingrid Bergman, Alexander Knox, Ettore Giannini, Teresa Pellati and Giulietta Masina.
- When was Europe '51 released?
- Europe '51 was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.