Heidi (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1952, Heidi is a drama and family film directed by Luigi Comencini, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Heidi, a young orphan girl living with her aunt in Frankfurt, is forced to move to the Swiss Alps to live with her ornery grandfather. At first, he resents her presence, but, after a short while, Heidi manages to pierce his gruff exterior, and the two become close. She also befriends a young shepherd named Peter. After three years, Heidi's aunt arrives and demands Heidi's return to Frankfurt.
Who’s in it. Heidi stars Elsbeth Sigmund as Heidi, Heinrich Gretler as Alp-Öhi / Alp-Ochi, Heidi's Grandfather, Thomas Klameth as Geissenpeter and Elsie Attenhofer as Tante Dete, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Heidi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heidi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heidi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heidi (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heidi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heidi worth watching?
- Heidi holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Heidi?
- Heidi stars Elsbeth Sigmund, Heinrich Gretler, Thomas Klameth, Elsie Attenhofer and Margrit Rainer.
- When was Heidi released?
- Heidi was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.