Bread and Chocolate (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1974, Bread and Chocolate is a comedy and drama film directed by Franco Brusati, running about 110 minutes. “You'll Laugh Till Your Heart Breaks” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Italian immigrant tries to make a new life in Switzerland, taking on a series of increasingly menial jobs in order to do it. He attempts to fit into his new home and society but fails at every turn. Unable to go home again, will his tenacity and optimism be enough to live on?
Who’s in it. Bread and Chocolate stars Nino Manfredi as Giovanni 'Nino' Garofoli, Johnny Dorelli as Italian Industrialist, Anna Karina as Elena and Paolo Turco as Gianni, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Bread and Chocolate has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bread and Chocolate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bread and Chocolate tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bread and Chocolate (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bread and Chocolate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bread and Chocolate worth watching?
- Bread and Chocolate holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bread and Chocolate?
- Bread and Chocolate stars Nino Manfredi, Johnny Dorelli, Anna Karina, Paolo Turco and Ugo D'Alessio.
- When was Bread and Chocolate released?
- Bread and Chocolate was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.