Zoo (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 6

Zoo poster

Released in 1988, Zoo is a comedy and drama film directed by Cristina Comencini, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Martina lives in the Rome's zoo, because her father is the guardian. She becomes friend with a young Slavic escaped from a gypsy camp. When the police arrives searching for the kid, they run away riding an elephant!

Who’s in it. Zoo stars Asia Argento as Martina, Marco Parente as Ratt, Daniel Olbrychski as Martina's Father and Sebastiano Nardone as Poliziotto.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Zoo 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 Zoo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Zoo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Zoo (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Zoo worth watching?
Zoo holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Zoo?
Zoo stars Asia Argento, Marco Parente, Daniel Olbrychski and Sebastiano Nardone.
When was Zoo released?
Zoo was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.