Amarcord (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1973, Amarcord is a comedy and drama film directed by Federico Fellini, running about 123 minutes. “The Fantastic World of Fellini!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In an Italian seaside town, young Titta gets into trouble with his friends and watches various local eccentrics as they engage in often absurd behavior. Frequently clashing with his stern father and defended by his doting mother, Titta witnesses the actions of a wide range of characters, from his extended family to Fascist loyalists to sensual women, with certain moments shifting into fantastical scenarios.
Who’s in it. Amarcord stars Bruno Zanin as Titta Biondi, Armando Brancia as Aurelio Biondi, Pupella Maggio as Miranda Biondi and Giuseppe Ianigro as Titta's Grandfather, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Amarcord has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amarcord page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amarcord tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amarcord (1973)?
- In US, Amarcord is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Amarcord worth watching?
- Amarcord holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Amarcord?
- Amarcord stars Bruno Zanin, Armando Brancia, Pupella Maggio, Giuseppe Ianigro and Nando Orfei.
- When was Amarcord released?
- Amarcord was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.