The Flowers of St. Francis movie poster

The Flowers of St. Francis

Francesco, giullare di Dio

1950 · 1h 27m · Released

NR Drama, History

In a series of simple and joyous vignettes, director Roberto Rossellini and co-writer Federico Fellini lovingly convey the universal teachings of the People’s Saint: humility, compassion, faith, and sacrifice. Gorgeously photographed to evoke the medieval paintings of Saint Francis’s time, and cast with monks from the Nocera Inferiore Monastery, The Flowers of St. Francis is a timeless and moving portrait of the search for spiritual enlightenment.

7.0 The Movie Database

Where to stream The Flowers of St. Francis

Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.

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The Flowers of St. Francis (Roberto Rossellini, 1950)

Top cast and crew

Roberto Rossellini Director
Aldo Fabrizi Nicolaio, il Tiranno di Viterbo
Gianfranco Bellini Narrator (voice)
P Peparuolo Giovanni il Sempliciotto
SP Severino Pisacane Fra' Ginapro
RS Roberto Sorrentino
NG Nazario Gerardi San Francesco (uncredited)
AL Arabella Lemaitre Santa Chiara (uncredited)
Renzo Rossellini Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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Frequently asked questions about The Flowers of St. Francis

Where can I watch The Flowers of St. Francis in the United States?

The Flowers of St. Francis is available to stream on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is The Flowers of St. Francis on HBO Max?

Yes. The Flowers of St. Francis is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.

Can I watch The Flowers of St. Francis for free?

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What are the ratings for The Flowers of St. Francis?

The Flowers of St. Francis scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Flowers of St. Francis?

The Flowers of St. Francis stars Aldo Fabrizi, Gianfranco Bellini, Peparuolo, Severino Pisacane, and Roberto Sorrentino. Roberto Rossellini is the director.

How long is The Flowers of St. Francis?

The Flowers of St. Francis runs 1h 27m (87 minutes).

When did The Flowers of St. Francis come out?

The Flowers of St. Francis was released on December 15, 1950.

Which studio made The Flowers of St. Francis?

The Flowers of St. Francis was produced by Rizzoli Film and Cineriz in Italy.

What languages is The Flowers of St. Francis in?

The Flowers of St. Francis is in Italian and Latin, and its original language is Italian.

What language is The Flowers of St. Francis in?

The Flowers of St. Francis is in Italian, and its original title is Francesco, giullare di Dio.

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