The Homecoming (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, The Homecoming is a drama film directed by Vasilis Douvlis, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. After 35 years working in a factory in Germany, Ilias returns to his almost deserted village and buys a service station on the main street to Ioannina. He wants to make a new start but soon feels like a foreigner again, this time in his own country. His relationship with Eleni, his younger and still beautiful wife, is going though a serious crisis. Eleni, who married him when she was very young to escape the poverty of village life, now feels she is suffocating. She wants to live while there is still time.Their life changes when Ilias saves Petros, a young Albanian illegal immigrant who comes to Greece seeking a better life, from the border guards and hires him in his shop.
Who’s in it. The Homecoming stars Arto Apartian, Maria Skoula, Artur Luzi and Alex Moukanos, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Homecoming page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Homecoming tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Homecoming (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Homecoming change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Homecoming?
- The Homecoming stars Arto Apartian, Maria Skoula, Artur Luzi, Alex Moukanos and Elissavet Nazlidou.
- When was The Homecoming released?
- The Homecoming was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.