The Healer (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2024, The Healer is a drama film directed by Giuseppe Carleo, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. In the shadowed aftermath of the Second World War, Giovanni Velasques returns to his quaint hometown nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Sicily’s mountains, bearing the scars of war inside and out. Haunted by wartime traumas, Giovanni’s tumultuous spirit finds solace in the wisdom of an elderly lady who unveils his extraordinary gift: the ability to harness the spirit of a departed soul and heal the tormented. But as Giovanni’s reputation as a healer grows, he finds himself on a collision course with two formidable adversaries: the church and the mafia. Torn between his mystical calling and societal pressures, he’s pushed into a corner of isolation, forcing him to forsake his magical calling and embrace the expected life of a family man and farmer. But will that sacred soul, worshipped like a god, truly be lost to oblivion?
Who’s in it. The Healer stars Maziar Firouzi as Giovanni Velasques, Marilù Pipitone as Angela Caruso, Serena Barone as Mariannina and Maurizio Bologna as Padre Pino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Healer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Healer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Healer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Healer (2024)?
- In US, The Healer is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Healer worth watching?
- The Healer holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Healer?
- The Healer stars Maziar Firouzi, Marilù Pipitone, Serena Barone, Maurizio Bologna and Alessio Barone.
- When was The Healer released?
- The Healer was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.