La Dolce Vita (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1960, La Dolce Vita is a comedy and drama film directed by Federico Fellini, running about 176 minutes. “The world’s most talked about movie today!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Episodic journey of journalist Marcello who struggles to find his place in the world, torn between the allure of Rome's elite social scene and the stifling domesticity offered by his girlfriend, all the while searching for a way to become a serious writer.
Who’s in it. La Dolce Vita stars Marcello Mastroianni as Marcello Rubini, Anita Ekberg as Sylvia, Anouk Aimée as Maddalena and Yvonne Furneaux as Emma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, La Dolce Vita sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $19.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Dolce Vita page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Dolce Vita tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Dolce Vita (1960)?
- In CA, La Dolce Vita is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is La Dolce Vita worth watching?
- La Dolce Vita holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in La Dolce Vita?
- La Dolce Vita stars Marcello Mastroianni, Anita Ekberg, Anouk Aimée, Yvonne Furneaux and Magali Noël.
- When was La Dolce Vita released?
- La Dolce Vita was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 176 minutes.