Bellissima
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Where to watch Bellissima in United States
Plex
Amazon VideoClick a service to open Bellissima there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Bellissima streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Plex | Amazon Video |
| India | Plex | — |
| United Kingdom | Plex | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Plex | — |
| Australia | Plex | — |
| Germany | Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play, Plex | — |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé, FlixOlé Amazon Channel, Acontra Plus | Amazon Video, Acontra Plus |
| Brazil | Belas Artes à La Carte, Plex | — |
| Japan | Plex | — |
About Bellissima
Bellissima is a 1952 Italian-language drama film directed by Luchino Visconti. The cast is led by Anna Magnani, Walter Chiari, Tina Apicella. It has a runtime of 1h 55m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Plex.
Bellissima was produced by Film Bellissima and made in Italy. It was released on January 4, 1952, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Luchino Visconti
- Writers
- Suso Cecchi d'Amico, Francesco Rosi, Luchino Visconti
- Release date
- January 4, 1952
- Original language
- Italian
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Italy
- Production
- Film Bellissima
Bellissima cast & crew
Bellissima was directed by Luchino Visconti and written by Suso Cecchi d'Amico, Francesco Rosi, and Luchino Visconti.
The cast features Anna Magnani as Maddalena Cecconi, Walter Chiari as Alberto Annovazzi, Tina Apicella as Maria Cecconi, Gastone Renzelli as Spartaco Cecconi, Tecla Scarano as Tilde Spernanzoni, and Lola Braccini as Photographer's Wife.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Franco Mannino, cinematography is by Piero Portalupi, and it was produced by Salvo D'Angelo.
Is Bellissima worth watching?
Bellissima holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 251 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 55m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Bellissima is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Bellissima
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Cast of Bellissima
Anna Magnani
Maddalena Cecconi
Walter Chiari
Alberto Annovazzi
Tina Apicella
Maria Cecconi
Gastone Renzelli
Spartaco Cecconi
Tecla Scarano
Tilde Spernanzoni
Lola Braccini
Photographer's Wife
Arturo Bragaglia
Photographer
Nora Ricci
Laundry Worker
Vittorina Benvenuti
Linda Sini
Mimmetta
Teresa Battaggi
Snob Mother
Gisella Monaldi
Door-keeper
Bellissima — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Bellissima in United States?
Bellissima is streaming on Plex in United States.
▸Is Bellissima on Plex?
Yes — Bellissima is currently available on Plex in United States.
▸What language is Bellissima in?
Bellissima is originally in Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Bellissima?
Bellissima runs 1 hours 55 minutes (115 minutes).
▸What is Bellissima rated?
Bellissima is rated NR. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 251 ratings.
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