My Dearest Son (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1985, My Dearest Son is a drama film directed by Valentino Orsini, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. A respectable lawyer finds out his son is a heroin addict. Heartbroken, he'll do anything to help his only child, even if it means sharing his hell.
Who’s in it. My Dearest Son stars Ben Gazzara as Antonio Morelli, Mariangela Melato as Stefania, Sergio Rubini as Marco Morelli and Valeria Golino as Francesca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, My Dearest Son 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 My Dearest Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Dearest Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Dearest Son (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Dearest Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Dearest Son worth watching?
- My Dearest Son holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Dearest Son?
- My Dearest Son stars Ben Gazzara, Mariangela Melato, Sergio Rubini, Valeria Golino and Fabrizio Temperini.
- When was My Dearest Son released?
- My Dearest Son was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.