Dear Goddamned Friends (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1994, Dear Goddamned Friends is a comedy and drama film directed by Mario Monicelli, running about 118 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1944 in Tuscany, a group of boxers facing the disasters of the Second World War, during the intrusive presence of the Germans and the Americans, organizes rigged matches to make some money and travel from town to town, hoping to participate in local fairs. A young black American soldier, believed missing, and a girl who refused to marry accompany the ramshackle group.

Who’s in it. Dear Goddamned Friends stars Paolo Villaggio as Dieci, Paolo Hendel as Rag. Fortini, Vittorio Rap as Callicchero and Marco Graziani as Calamai, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Dear Goddamned Friends has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dear Goddamned Friends page.

If you liked it. Fans of Dear Goddamned Friends tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Dear Goddamned Friends (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dear Goddamned Friends change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dear Goddamned Friends worth watching?
Dear Goddamned Friends holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dear Goddamned Friends?
Dear Goddamned Friends stars Paolo Villaggio, Paolo Hendel, Vittorio Rap, Marco Graziani and Béatrice Macola.
When was Dear Goddamned Friends released?
Dear Goddamned Friends was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.