Looking for Jesus (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1982, Looking for Jesus is a comedy film directed by Luigi Comencini, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Giovanni is a young man who has been used by a catholic publishing house to advertise, with his face, a publication by installments concerning Jesus life. Francesca is a mysterious girl he met on the street and who's being sought by the police. They leave together, but will their troubles catch up with them ?
Who’s in it. Looking for Jesus stars Beppe Grillo as Giovanni, Maria Schneider as Francesca, Fernando Rey as Don Filippo and Alexandra Stewart as Madre di Francesca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Looking for Jesus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Looking for Jesus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Looking for Jesus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Looking for Jesus (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Looking for Jesus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Looking for Jesus worth watching?
- Looking for Jesus holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Looking for Jesus?
- Looking for Jesus stars Beppe Grillo, Maria Schneider, Fernando Rey, Alexandra Stewart and Néstor Garay.
- When was Looking for Jesus released?
- Looking for Jesus was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.