Best new Italian Movies in 2023 & 2022 (Netflix, Prime, Hulu & Cinema List)
List of the latest Italian movies in 2023 and the best Italian movies of 2022 & the 2010's. Top Italian movies to watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+ & other Streaming services, out on DVD/Blu-ray or in cinema's right now.
New Italian movies in 2023 in Cinema & on VOD
Top movies up for release in 2023 in cinema and on VOD
DIRECTOR: Nanni Moretti CAST: Nanni Moretti, Margherita Buy & Silvio Orlando
Giovanni is a director who is struggling to handle his family and politics. His latest film, an adaptation of John Cheever's "The Swimmer", is set in the 1950s and centers around Italian Communist Party of the USSR invasion of Hungary. The production of the flm becomes all the more complicated with the bitter relationship towards his family. Directed by Nanni Moretti (Three Floors, Mia Madre), this meta comedy-drama about movie making and history stars Nanni Moretti, Margherita Buy, Silvio Orlando, Mathieu Amalric, and Barbora Bobulova.
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DIRECTOR: Alice Rohrwacher CAST: Josh O'Connor, Isabella Rossellini & Alba Rohrwacher
Taking place in the 1980s, La Chimera centers on the career of a young English archeologist. His work soon leads to him becoming involved with criminal network that focuses their pilfering on Etruscan artifacts. This dangerous line of work is further complicated when a romance enters the picture, making the lives of archeologists all the more complicated. Written and directed by Alice Rohrwacher (Le pupille, Happy as Lazzaro), this romantic period drama stars the talents of Josh O'Connor, Isabella Rossellini, and Alba Rohrwacher.
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DIRECTOR: Andrea Di Stefano CAST: Pierfrancesco Favino, Linda Caridi & Antonio Gerardi
Franco Amore was one day away from retirement from the police force. His final day, however, is darkened by the death of his long-time partner amid a diamond heist. Angered, a quest for revenge begins for a cop who can't let his partner die in vain. But will it be enough time to bring justice for the dead? Written and directed by Andrea Di Stefano (The Informer, Escobar: Paradise Lost), this cop drama stars Pierfrancesco Favino, Linda Caridi, and Antonio Gerardi.
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DIRECTOR: Ferzan Özpetek CAST: Damiano Gavino, Andrea Di Luigi & Luisa Ranieri
Two men in their mid-20s find themselves longing for love and falling for each other. Their lives together seem more fulfilled and packed with affection. Unfortunately, a tragic event separates the two men, leaving them longing for each other’s touch once more. They spend the next thirty years trying to become reunited, hoping to continue their romance. But can love last when the world and time seem to force them apart? Directed by Ferzan Özpetek (The Ignorant Fairies, Facing Windows) and co-written by Gianni Romoli (20 Cigarettes, Saturn in Opposition), this romantic drama that spans the ages stars Luisa Ranieri, Greta Scarano, Aurora Giovinazzo, Federico Mancini, and Gianluca D'Ercole. Read more Watch the trailer of Nuovo Olimpo Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Paolo Genovese CAST: Toni Servillo, Margherita Buy & Valerio Mastandrea
Four people find themselves at the end of their ropes when they decide to end their lives. Before they commit suicide, however, they are approached by a mysterious stranger. The stranger grants them the opportunity to see what life would be like if they weren’t around. Peering further into the future, these strangers learn about how valuable life is and how much impact they leave. Based on the novel by Paolo Genovese, this low-fantasy drama came from director Paolo Genovese and was co-written by Isabella Aguila, Paolo Costella, and Rolando Ravello. The film stars Margherita Buy, Sara Serraiocco, Toni Servillo, Vittoria Puccini, and Lino Guanciale. Read more Watch the trailer of The First Day of My Life Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
Best Italian movies on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ or DVD in 2023
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DIRECTOR: Felix van Groeningen, Charlotte Vandermeersch CAST: Luca Marinelli, Alessandro Borghi & Filippo Timi
Based on the novel of the same name by Paolo Cognetti, this sweeping drama centers around two friends who grew up hoping to remain just that. Pietro and Bruno met at a remote Alpine village and hit it off well. When they reach adulthood, they try to reconnect and see how much of their friendship remains. Directed by Felix van Groeningen (Beautiful Boy), this coming-of-age drama stars Luca Marinelli, Alessandro Borghi, Filippo Timi, and Surakshya Panta. Read more Watch the trailer of The Eight Mountains Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Mario Martone CAST: Toni Servillo, Maria Nazionale & Cristiana Dell'Anna
Eduardo Scarpetta was a legendary actor and comedian of Italy. He rose to fame as a Neapolitan player appearing in a variety of plays throughout the late 1800s. His tale of comedy and drama is explored in this biographical drama that digs deep into one of the funniest men from the 19th century. Directed and co-written by Mario Martone (The Mayor of Rione Sanità), this biographical drama stars the likes of Toni Servillo, Maria Nazionale, Cristiana Dell'Anna, Antonia Truppo, Eduardo Scarpetta, Roberto De Francesco, Lino Musella, Marzia Onorato, Paolo Pierobon, Gianfelice Imparato, and Iaia Forte. Read more Watch the trailer of The King of Laughter
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DIRECTOR: Paolo Sorrentino CAST: Filippo Scotti, Toni Servillo & Teresa Saponangelo
Paolo Sorrentino (This Must Be the Place) writes and directs his most personal projects with this coming-of-story. The young Fabietto Schisa finds himself going through odd times in 1980s Naples. His time in Italy finds him experiencing all of the many conflicting and confusing emotions that come with growing up. He gets to know the sorrow that comes with following in love as well as its many joys. He also finds himself thrown into an incident of tragedy and meeting a superstar athlete. Premiering at the 78th Venice International Film Festival, this Italian drama about growing up features a cast that includes Filippo Scotti, Toni Servillo, Teresa Saponangelo, Marlon Joubert, Luisa Ranieri, Renato Carpentieri, and Massimiliano Gallo. Read more Watch the trailer of The Hand of God Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Letizia Lamartire CAST: Andrea Arcangeli, Valentina Bellè & Andrea Pennacchi
Roberto Baggio is perhaps one of the most revered Italian football players. Having been a star athlete, his athletic abilities have thrilled fans and inspired others around the globe. But his road to fame was a rocky one as this film looks back on his rise to the top, facing all the hardships and struggles that comes with trying to become the best footballer in the world. Letizia Lamartire directs this docudrama biography on the legendary sports star with a cast that includes Andrea Arcangeli, Valentina Bellè, and Thomas Trabacchi. Read more Watch the trailer of Baggio: The Divine Ponytail Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Gianni Di Gregorio CAST: Gianni Di Gregorio, Ennio Fantastichini & Giorgio Colangeli
An elderly trio of men are finding themselves quite bored and dissatisfied with their lives in their neighborhood of Rome. Seeking a great change in scenery, they decide to venture off abroad to relocate and find somewhere new and exciting, wherever it may be in the wide world. Gianni Di Gregorio writes and directs this bittersweet comedy about growing old with the aged trio being played by Ennio Fantastichini, Giorgio Colangeli, and Gianni Di Gregorio. Read more Watch the trailer of Lontano lontano
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DIRECTOR: Checco Zalone CAST: Checco Zalone, Manda Touré & Nassor Said Birya
A failed Italian entrepreneur tries his luck as a waiter in Northern Africa. However, when that area is being attack by terrorists, he has to flee. Read more Watch the trailer of Tolo Tolo Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Claudio Giovannesi CAST: Francesco Di Napoli, Artem Tkachuk & Viviana Aprea
A collective of teenage boys dabble in the criminal acts of dealing drugs and utilizing assault weapons to defend their home of Naples. Though they may seem like they’re fighting for their community, they’re really in this illegal business for the money, garnering enough wealth that they can start boasting designer clothing in their neighborhood. Despite seeming financially secure, they soon come to realize they don’t have much of a future in this gritty Italian crime drama. Read more Watch the trailer of Piranhas
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DIRECTOR: Marco Bellocchio CAST: Pierfrancesco Favino, Maria Fernanda Cândido & Fabrizio Ferracane
The true story of Tommaso Buscetta (Pierfrancesco Favino), one of the first Sicilian Mafia bosses to become known as pentito for having brought down the Cosa Nostra. The film takes place in the 1980s during a mob war over drugs. Buscetta initially fled to Brazil to escape such a bloody battle of crime lords but makes the tough decision to betray the vows of the mob when he is arrested and extradited back to Italy in this stirring true crime drama. Read more Watch the trailer of The Traitor
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DIRECTOR: Nanni Moretti CAST: Riccardo Scamarcio, Alba Rohrwacher & Nanni Moretti
The lives of three very different Italian families collide as they all occupy apartments in a stuffy and wealthy condominium. Laughs and tears are shared in this observation on bourgeois society. Directed by Nanni Moretti (The Son’s Room, We Have a Pope), this modern mixture of comedy and drama boasts an ensemble cast that includes Riccardo Scamarcio, Alba Rohrwacher, Nanni Moretti, Adriano Giannini, Margherita Buy and Alessandro Sperduti. Also known as “La Nostra Strada” or “Our Street.” Read more Watch the trailer of Tre Piani Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Abel Ferrara CAST: Willem Dafoe, Cristina Chiriac & Anna Ferrara
A beautiful portrait of a troubled American film director and former drug addict (Willem Dafoe) who tries to get his act together by moving to Italy. Based on director Abel Ferrara's own life. Read more Watch the trailer of Tommaso
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DIRECTOR: Matteo Garrone CAST: Roberto Benigni, &
Whether this project sees the light of day in 2019 remains to be seen, but there a plenty of reasons to be excited. A life-action Pinocchio adaptation directed by Matteo Garrone ('Gomorra') starring Roberto Benigni ('La Vita e Bella'). Read more Watch the trailer of Pinocchio
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DIRECTOR: Alice Rohrwacher CAST: Adriano Tardiolo, Agnese Graziani, Luca Chikovani, Alba Rohrwacher
In the vein of the best Italian neorealist movies, 'Happy as Lazzaro' tells the tale of a isolated, rural community living perfectly lives. After an unfaithful event, the villagers see themselves confronted with modern life... A poetic little gem by one of Italy's most interesting filmmakers. Read more Watch the trailer of Happy as Lazzaro
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DIRECTOR: Sergio Castellitto CAST: Stefano Accorsi
Emanuela Aurizi
Alessandro Borghi
Fortunata (Lucky) is Sergio Castellitto's (Non ti muovere, 2004) gripping new drama film about a recently divorced mother's struggles with life. She dreams of opening her own barbershop, but this proves to be difficult. When she falls in love with her daughter's psychologist, things seems to change for the better. Read more Watch the trailer of Fortunata RATING: 76/100 Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Paolo Virzì CAST: Fabrizio Bentivoglio
Matilde Gioli
Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
A wealthy family about to fall apart has been the recipe for quite some decent drama films. With Human Capital, an adaptation of the eponymous American novel, director Paolo Virzi manages to add a fresh touch to the subgenre by telling the story of the destinies two families tied together by an unfortunate accident through the eyes of three family members. It’s impressive how Virzi puts the pieces of the puzzle together in the emotional climax which is both wry and satisfying. Read more Watch the trailer of Il Capitale Umano RATING: 73/100
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DIRECTOR: Paolo Genovese CAST: Giuseppe Battiston
Anna Foglietta
Marco Giallini
A group of friends get together for what's supposed to be a nice dinner. As they set out, they invent a game: everyone has to share every text, whatsapp message or phone call they receive. They're all friends, so what do they have to hide for each other? A sly comedy about our times where everyone is connected all the time. Brilliant! Read more Watch the trailer of Perfetti Sconosciuti (Perfect Strangers) RATING: 77/100
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DIRECTOR: Gianfranco Rosi CAST: Samuele Pucillo,
Giuseppe Fragapane,
Pietro Bartolo
One of the most poignant and heartbreaking documentaries you will see this year. Fuoccoammare is a poetic account of the troubles the small Italian island Lampedusa (and Europe in general) is facing, as thousands after thousands desperate North African immigrants wash ashore.
Read more Watch the trailer of Fuocoammare (Fire at sea) RATING: 69/100
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DIRECTOR: Paolo Sorrentino CAST: Toni Servillo
Carlo Verdone
Sabrina Ferilli
don´t really have something to add to the ever expanding euphoric discourse around this film. La Grande Bellezza is the ´Great Beauty´ indeed. A deeply melancholy picture about a once great writer, contemplating about his past life and ´beauty´ in the broadest sense of the word. A Felliniesque visual trip through modern day Rome with its artsy fartsy extravaganza, stuffed with beautifully composed scenes, tracking shots and impressive long takes, Sorrentino has proven himself as one the most gifted directors on earth. As you could have guessed, also our best Italian film of 2013. Read more Watch the trailer of Le Grande Bellezza RATING: 77/100
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DIRECTOR: Alicia Scherson CAST: Manuela Martelli
Luigi Ciardo
Rutger Hauer
Il Futuro, which is based on Roberto Bolaño’s novel Una novelita lumpen, is a film that is hard to pigeonhole without using impossible and ultimately empty labels like ‘magical-realist coming-of-age crime romance’. Anyway, the story evolves around Bianca and Tomas, who’ve just become orphans after their parents died in a car crash. The girl, who’s slightly older and thus has a stronger sense of responsibility, tries to cope with the situation the best she can, while she sees her brothers’ situation worsening as he befriends the wrong people. These ‘friends’, persuasive as they are, ask Bianca to help them rob an old, blind former actor (Rutger Hauer!) who lives alone in an isolated villa. Reluctant at first, Bianca is getting more and more attached to the old man and eventually unwilling to follow through with the initial plan Read more Watch the trailer of Il Futuro RATING: 58/100
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DIRECTOR: Giuseppe Tornatore CAST: Geoffrey Rush
Jim Sturges
Sylvia Hoeks
Director Giuseppe Tornatore is back with his first film in English, after the disappointing Baarìa, a sentimental vehicle which can best be viewed as a two and a half hour olive oil commercial. La Migliore Offerta (The Best Offer in English) is a thrilling romantic drama about an eccentric art collector and auctioneer, Virgil Goodman, who falls in love with a girl who hires him to auction her deceased parents’ art collection. She doesn’t dare to show herself however, as she is suffering from a severe form of agoraphobia, and communicates exclusively behind a wall in her luxurious villa which is stuffed with art. Within time however, Virgil gains her trust and a passionate romance seems to commence… Read more Watch the trailer of La Migliore Offerta RATING: 78/100
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DIRECTOR: Valeria Golino CAST: Jasmine Trinca
Carlo Cecchi
Libero De Rienzo
Miele. It’s a thought provoking film and a promising debut, even though it has its flaws. Miele is a young woman who devotes her life to helping terminally ill people out who see no other way than committing suicide. When a new, physically healthy but deeply depressed ‘client’ asks for Miele’s help, she sees herself confronted with some moral difficulties. A touching film, backed by a great soundtrack (Caribou, Talking Heads, Shearwater and Duran Duran among others), which ultimately tends a little bit too much to sentimentalism. Read more Watch the trailer of Miele RATING: 68/100
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DIRECTOR: Luca Guadagnino CAST: Elena Bucci
Vanda Capriolo
Amira Casar
After 'A Bigger Splash', director Luca Guadagnino returns with another English language film set in his native Italy. And what a stunner it is. 'Call Me By Your Name', which is based on a 2007 novel, tells the story of an American adolescent living on the North Italian countryside in the 1980's. When an American student, who is slightly older, stays for the summer, a passionate love blossoms. 'Call Me By Your Name' is one of those rare movies that truly captures the magic of being in love for the first time. Read more Watch the trailer of Call Me by Your Name RATING: 93/100
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DIRECTOR: Marco Bellocchio CAST: Bérénice Bejo
Valerio Mastandrea
Fabrizio Gifuni
Massimo's idyllic childhood is shattered by the death of his mother. Years later, he is forced to relive his traumatic past and compassionate doctor Elisa could help him open up and confront his childhood wounds. Read more Watch the trailer of Fai bei sogni (Sweet Dreams) RATING: 75/100 Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Alice Rohrwacher CAST: Adriano Tardiolo, Agnese Graziani, Luca Chikovani, Alba Rohrwacher
Purehearted teen Lazzaro is content living as a sharecropper in rural Italy, but an unlikely friendship with the marquise’s son will change his world. Read more Watch the trailer of Lazarro Felice
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DIRECTOR: Paolo Sorrentino CAST: Riccardo Scamarcio, Toni Servillo, Chiara Iezzi
The life and times of Silvio Berlusconi, one of the most controversial European leaders in contemporary history. Read more Watch the trailer of Loro RATING: 92/100
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Like France and Germany, Italy is among the European countries with a long and very rich film history. Indeed, it is practically impossible to name just 10 great Italian movies, but we did it anyway.
So at the 2014’s Academy Awards we finally saw a great new Italian film winning the Oscar for best foreign film again. About time, since the last Italian director who did so was Roberto Benigni with his sentimental but highly enjoyable La Vita é Bella in 1998. La Grande Belezza was truly a masterpiece, but I will elaborate more on that later. Hopefully Paolo Sorrentino put Italy back on the map as one of Europe’s (or the World’s) heavyweights in cinema, since we haven’t seen that many Fellini’s, Antonioni’s and Scola’s recently. Italy more or less dominated the best foreign film discourse from the 50’s up to the 80’s: between ’56 (the year the award was given for the first time) and ’81 an Italian film wasn’t nominated only four times. Besides, they still hold the record for receiving the biggest amount of foreign film Oscars: fourteen. Just to give you an idea. Those golden days may be over, but of course the Oscars can hardly be considered a great quality indicator of a nation’s film industry. It is way more interesting to take a look yourself at what Italy produced in recent years.
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