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My Brilliant Friend

8.120184 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesDrama

When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship.

DirectorLaura Bispuri

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Separation
Nov 11, 2024 8.0
E2
Dispersion
Nov 11, 2024 8.0
E3
Compromises
Nov 18, 2024 8.0
E4
Earthquake
Nov 18, 2024 8.0
E5
The Break
Nov 25, 2024 8.0
E6
The Cheat
Nov 25, 2024 8.0
E7
The Return
Dec 2, 2024 8.0
E8
The Investigation
Dec 2, 2024 8.0
E9
The Disappearance
Dec 9, 2024 8.0
E10
The Restitution
Dec 9, 2024 8.0

Cast · Directed by Laura Bispuri

ARAlba Rohrwacher
Alba Rohrwacher
Elena Greco
IMIrene Maiorino
Irene Maiorino
Lila Cerullo
FGFabrizio Gifuni
Fabrizio Gifuni
Nino Sarratore
FB
Filippo Beltrami
Moreno

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My Brilliant Friend — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams My Brilliant Friend?

My Brilliant Friend is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is My Brilliant Friend on Netflix?

No, My Brilliant Friend is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is My Brilliant Friend on Amazon Prime Video?

My Brilliant Friend 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 My Brilliant Friend for free?

My Brilliant Friend is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in My Brilliant Friend?

My Brilliant Friend has 4 seasons in total (34 episodes). The series concluded in 2024.

Are all episodes of My Brilliant Friend out yet?

Yes — all 34 episodes across 4 seasons of My Brilliant Friend are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 5 of My Brilliant Friend?

No — My Brilliant Friend ended after 4 seasons, so there is no Season 5.

What book is My Brilliant Friend based on?

My Brilliant Friend is based on My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante.

Is My Brilliant Friend based on a true story?

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