The Life Ahead (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2020, The Life Ahead is a drama film directed by Edoardo Ponti, running about 94 minutes. “The bonds we forge can change us forever.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In seaside Italy, a Holocaust survivor with a daycare business takes in a 12-year-old street kid who recently robbed her.
Who’s in it. The Life Ahead stars Sophia Loren as Madame Rosa, Ibrahima Gueye as Momo, Renato Carpentieri as Dr. Coen and Diego Iosif Pirvu as Iosif, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Life Ahead has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Life Ahead page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Life Ahead tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Life Ahead (2020)?
- In US, The Life Ahead is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Life Ahead worth watching?
- The Life Ahead holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Life Ahead?
- The Life Ahead stars Sophia Loren, Ibrahima Gueye, Renato Carpentieri, Diego Iosif Pirvu and Massimiliano Rossi.
- When was The Life Ahead released?
- The Life Ahead was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.