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Padre Padrone

6.819771h 54mMovieDrama

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

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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 is streaming on Cohen Media, Kanopy and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Padre Padrone on Netflix?

No, Padre Padrone is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Cohen Media and Kanopy.

Is Padre Padrone on Amazon Prime Video?

Padre Padrone isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Padre Padrone for free?

Padre Padrone is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Tubi TV in United States.

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).