Almost a Man (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1966, Almost a Man is a drama film directed by Vittorio De Seta, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. A young writer descends into madness. Alienated, neurotic, and plagued by guilt, Michele retreats from reality, loses interest in work, and comes to the brink of suicide before being sent to an asylum for shock therapy. Escaping from the asylum, Michele returns to his boyhood home, where he learns the reasons for his present mental state.
Who’s in it. Almost a Man stars Jacques Perrin as Michele, Lea Padovani as Michele's Mother, Ilaria Occhini as Elena and Gianni Garko as Michele's Brother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Almost a Man has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Almost a Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Almost a Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Almost a Man (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Almost a Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Almost a Man worth watching?
- Almost a Man holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Almost a Man?
- Almost a Man stars Jacques Perrin, Lea Padovani, Ilaria Occhini, Gianni Garko and Rosemary Dexter.
- When was Almost a Man released?
- Almost a Man was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.