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Padre Padrone

6.819771h 54m18AMovieDrama

The true story of the life of Gavino Ledda, the son of a Sardinian shepherd, and how he managed to escape his harsh, almost barbaric existence by slowly educating himself, despite violent opposition from his brutal father.

DirectorsPaolo Taviani·Vittorio Taviani
WritersPaolo Taviani·Vittorio Taviani
ProducerGiuliani G. De Negri

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 12 other countries

Padre Padrone isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Austria, Belgium, France, Guernsey and 8 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Paolo Taviani

OAOmero Antonutti
Omero Antonutti
Padre
SMSaverio Marconi
Saverio Marconi
Gavino
MMMarcella Michelangeli
Marcella Michelangeli
Madre
FF
Fabrizio Forte
Young Gavino
MCMarino Cenna
Marino Cenna
Young shepherd
SMStanko Molnar
Stanko Molnar
Sebastiano
GLGavino Ledda
Gavino Ledda
Himself
NMNanni Moretti
Nanni Moretti
Cesare
PA
Pierluigi Alvau
GA
Giuseppino Angioni
FA
Fabio Angioni
GB
Giuseppe Brandino

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Padre Padrone — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Padre Padrone?

Padre Padrone isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Austria, Belgium and Switzerland and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Padre Padrone on Netflix?

No, Padre Padrone is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Padre Padrone on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Padre Padrone isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Padre Padrone for free?

Padre Padrone isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Padre Padrone based on a true story?

Yes — Padre Padrone is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).