Where to Watch Francesco (1989) in the US

What it's about

The life of St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) as related by followers who gather after his death to tell stories so that Leone can record them: a privileged and virile youth, a prisoner of war, an heir who turns away from his father and gives all to the poor, a beggar for others, and an inspiration to friends who accept the Gospels' life of poverty. He seeks the Pope's blessing, and he endures persecution at the hands of the family of Chiara Offreduccio (1194-1253), who becomes St. Clare. Many join the order he has established and then rebel at his expectations. In near despair - and ill - he writes a Rule to take to the Pope; then, the Lord sends him a message. He dies smiling.

Cast and crew

Director

Liliana Cavani

Writer

Liliana Cavani, Roberta Mazzoni

Starring

Mickey Rourke, Helena Bonham Carter, Andréa Ferréol

Details

Release date

Mar 22, 1989

Language

English, Italian

Country

Italy, West Germany

Awards

4 wins & 9 nominations total

Where to Watch Francesco (1989) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Francesco in the United States?

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Can I stream Francesco or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Watch the movie with a subscription on IndieFlix (HD), IndieFlix Shorts, and Prime Video (HD). Rent the movie on Prime Video.

Can I watch Francesco for free in the United States?

Watch the movie free with ads on Fandango at Home (HD), The Roku Channel (HD), and Tubi TV. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Fawesome (HD).