Something to Believe In (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 1998, Something to Believe In is a drama film directed by John Hough, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Reports of a weeping Madonna in Italy reach Las Vegas, where blackjack dealer Maggie has just learnt she has only weeks to live. With a massive leap of faith she convinces herself that seeing the Madonna with her own eyes could lead to her salvation, and travels to Europe to find it. Hitching through Italy, she meets pianist Mike, who is also en route to what he believes could be a life-changing event - a performance at the Barbarina concert in Naples.
Who’s in it. Something to Believe In stars William McNamara as Mike, Maria Pitillo as Maggie, Tom Conti as Monsignor Calogero and Maria Schneider as Maria Faccino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Something to Believe In has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something to Believe In page.
If you liked it. Fans of Something to Believe In tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Something to Believe In (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Something to Believe In change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Something to Believe In worth watching?
- Something to Believe In holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Something to Believe In?
- Something to Believe In stars William McNamara, Maria Pitillo, Tom Conti, Maria Schneider and Ian Bannen.
- When was Something to Believe In released?
- Something to Believe In was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.
