The Eight Mountains (2022)
Kernel Score: 86% · 811 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama
Released: 2022-12-21
Runtime: 147 minutes
Where to watch The Eight Mountains
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An epic journey of friendship and self-discovery set in the breathtaking Italian Alps, The Eight Mountains follows over four decades the profound, complex relationship between Pietro and Bruno.
The Eight Mountains parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this is a decades-spanning drama about male friendship and mountain life with no major content concerns flagged.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Luca Marinelli as Pietro Guasti
- Alessandro Borghi as Bruno Guglielmina
- Lupo Barbiero as Pietro (as a child)
- Cristiano Sassella as Bruno (as a child)
- Elisabetta Mazzullo as Lara
- Andrea Palma as Pietro (as a teenager)
- Surakshya Panta as Asmi
- Elena Lietti as Francesca Guasti
- Filippo Timi as Giovanni Guasti
- Elisa Zanotto as Barbara
The Eight Mountains FAQ
Is The Eight Mountains good?
The Eight Mountains has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 811 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Eight Mountains?
In the US you can stream The Eight Mountains on The Criterion Channel, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Eight Mountains OK for kids?
The Eight Mountains is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this is a decades-spanning drama about male friendship and mountain life with no major content concerns flagged.
What movies are like The Eight Mountains?
If you liked The Eight Mountains, try Vermiglio, Dances with Wolves, Life as a House and Train Dreams.