The Sky Is Falling (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2000, The Sky Is Falling is a drama, war, romance and music film directed by Andrea Frazzi, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. 1943, an estate north of Firenze. The weight of the world is on the shoulders of Penny, who's about 10. An orphan, she must watch over her little sister when they go to live with her aunt and uncle. Penny's a Catholic, and worries about her uncle's soul. He's Jewish, progressive and a free thinker, a fair boss, and devoted to his family. He can be stern, so Penny also worries that she'll never please him and that he won't love her. Then, after the Allied forces land in Sicily and the Germans begin their retreat, Penny must worry about her uncle's life. She tries logic and appeals to human decency. Can a child keep the sky from falling?
Who’s in it. The Sky Is Falling stars Isabella Rossellini as Katchen, Jeroen Krabbé as Wilhelm, Barbara Enrichi as Rosa and Gianna Giachetti as Elsa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Sky Is Falling 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 The Sky Is Falling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sky Is Falling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sky Is Falling (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sky Is Falling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sky Is Falling worth watching?
- The Sky Is Falling holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sky Is Falling?
- The Sky Is Falling stars Isabella Rossellini, Jeroen Krabbé, Barbara Enrichi, Gianna Giachetti and Luciano Virgilio.
- When was The Sky Is Falling released?
- The Sky Is Falling was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.