Autumn Sonata (1978)
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Overview
After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva.
Where to watch Autumn Sonata
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max, Criterion Channel | Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home | Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player | — | — |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome |
| France | — | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner +2 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner +2 |
| Spain | Filmin, Acontra Plus | Rakuten TV, Acontra Plus | Rakuten TV |
| Italy | Nexo Plus, MYmovies One, Novecento | Apple TV, Amazon Video, CHILI | Apple TV, Amazon Video, CHILI |
| Türkiye | TV+, HBO Max | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Autumn Sonata in 10 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Autumn Sonata about?
After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva. Autumn Sonata is a Drama movie, released on 1978-10-08, runtime 93 minutes.
Is Autumn Sonata worth watching?
TMDB users rate Autumn Sonata 8.0 out of 10 from 745 ratings. It is widely liked by viewers.
Where can I watch Autumn Sonata?
In the United States, Autumn Sonata streams on HBO Max and Criterion Channel and can be rented from Apple TV and Google Play Movies. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Ingmar Bergman
Cast
- Ingrid Bergman as Charlotte
- Liv Ullmann as Eva
- Lena Nyman as Helena
- Halvar Björk as Viktor
- Marianne Aminoff as Charlotte's Private Secretary
- Arne Bang-Hansen as Uncle Otto
- Gunnar Björnstrand as Paul
- Erland Josephson as Josef
- Georg Løkkeberg as Leonardo
- Mimi Pollak as Piano Instructor
- Linn Ullmann as Young Eva
- Eva von Hanno as Nurse (uncredited)
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