My Brilliant Friend
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“A friendship that defined a lifetime.”
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When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship.
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Seasons
Season 1
Based on the international best-selling novel, when the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, starts writing the story of their friendship.
The Story of a New Name
Based on the second book of Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan quartet, 'The Story of a New Name', this second series sees Lila And Elena both feeling dissatisfied with their lives. Longing for escapism, a trip away threatens to destroy the very nature of their friendship and sends the two young women into very different worlds.
Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay
Season 3 picks up with Elena and Lila, both now grown women, during the great open sea of the 1970s. Lila took her young son and left her husband and a comfortable life to work as a factory worker in the toughest of conditions, while Elena left the neighborhood to study in Pisa, and is now an author of a successful novel that has paved the way to an affluent and cultivated world. They now navigate a scenario of hopes and uncertainties, still united by their strong and ambivalent bond.
The Story of the Lost Child
Episodes
Season 1
The Dolls
The disappearance of her old friend, Lila Cerrullo, causes 60-year-old author Elena Greco to reflect on the early days of their friendship in 1950s Naples, when Elena and Lila are two very different girls at the top of their class. When the girls discover the lair of Don Achille, a criminal figure who controls the neighborhood, they decide to confront him.
The Money
As fourth grade draws to an end, Elena and Lila fight with their families for the chance to continue their education. Later, a trip out of town becomes a day Elena will never forget, and a death changes things in the neighborhood forever.
The Metamorphoses
Now a teenager, Elena grapples with the onset of puberty, her studies, and her friendship with Lila, who now works in her family's shoe-repair store. After a library awards ceremony reveals what Lila has been keeping secret, Elena learns what her friend's grand plans might be. Lila takes a stand against the dangerous Solara brothers.
Dissolving Margins
Entering high school, Elena vows to stay ahead of Lila, academically and romantically. Lila eschews a parade of suitors vying for her affection, choosing instead to focus on her ambitions in the shoe shop. Promising a better future for the neighborhood, Stefano Carracci invites Elena, Lila and their families over for New Year's Eve, but things take a dark turn.
The Shoes
Elena grows tired of Gino, while Lila rejects two potential suitors at a cost. A rare outing into the city turns violent. Elena worries about not being there for Lila after accepting an invitation to spend the summer away from the neighborhood and her family.
The Island
On the island of Ischia, Elena runs into the Sarratore family, reigniting her childhood crush on Nino, who is at odds with his father, the charming Donato. Back in Naples, Lila's resistance to Marcello's pressing courtship reaches a breaking point. On the day of Elena's 15th birthday, an unexpected encounter leaves her shaken.
The Fiances
Elena returns to Naples to find Lila has made a romantic connection with Stefano, despite the looming presence of Marcello. As Lila embraces a more glamorous life at Stefano's side, Elena warns her about what people are saying around the neighborhood. Later, in hopes of keeping up with her friend, Elena encourages one suitor and rebuffs the advances of another.
The Promise
With sales of Cerullo shoes lagging, Stefano cuts a business deal with the Solaras against Lila's wishes. After Elena gets kicked out of a class for voicing her opinion, Nino encourages her to write an article for his magazine about her experience. Later, Elena and Lila get unwelcome surprises.
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About My Brilliant Friend
“A friendship that defined a lifetime.”
When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship. Across 4 seasons and 34 episodes, originally airing on Rai 1.
My Brilliant Friend Cast and Characters
The cast features Alba Rohrwacher (as Elena Greco), Irene Maiorino (as Lila Cerullo), and Fabrizio Gifuni (as Nino Sarratore). Their performances are a major reason My Brilliant Friend has built such a passionate audience.
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My Brilliant Friend holds a 8.1/10 rating based on 231 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of My Brilliant Friend?
The main cast includes Alba Rohrwacher, Irene Maiorino, and Fabrizio Gifuni.
Is My Brilliant Friend available in Italian?
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My Brilliant Friend first aired in 2018.
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How many seasons and episodes does My Brilliant Friend have?
My Brilliant Friend currently has 4 seasons and a total of 34 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is My Brilliant Friend about?
When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is My Brilliant Friend originally available?
My Brilliant Friend was originally produced in IT. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original IT audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was My Brilliant Friend first released?
My Brilliant Friend first premiered on November 27, 2018 (2018). The series has since concluded its run.
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