Lorenzo's Oil (1992)
Kernel Score: 79% · 557 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama
Released: 1992-12-30
Runtime: 135 minutes
Where to watch Lorenzo's Oil
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Augusto and Michaela Odone are dealt a cruel blow by fate when their five-year-old son Lorenzo is diagnosed with a rare and incurable disease. But the Odones' persistence and faith leads to an unorthodox cure which saves their boy and re-writes medical history.
Lorenzo's Oil parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Lorenzo's Oil is a PG-13 drama based on a true story of parents fighting to save their son from an incurable disease, which includes emotionally difficult medical content.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Nick Nolte as Augusto Odone
- Susan Sarandon as Michaela Odone
- Peter Ustinov as Professor Nikolais
- Ann Hearn as Loretta Muscatine
- Maduka Steady as Omuori
- Aaron Jackson as Francesco Odone
- Laura Linney as Young Teacher
- Kathleen Wilhoite as Deirdre Murphy
- Gerry Bamman as Doctor Judalon
- Margo Martindale as Wendy Gimble
Lorenzo's Oil FAQ
Is Lorenzo's Oil good?
Lorenzo's Oil has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 557 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Lorenzo's Oil?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Lorenzo's Oil OK for kids?
Lorenzo's Oil is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Lorenzo's Oil is a PG-13 drama based on a true story of parents fighting to save their son from an incurable disease, which includes emotionally difficult medical content.
What movies are like Lorenzo's Oil?
If you liked Lorenzo's Oil, try The Judge, Philomena, Wonder and The Glass Castle.