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My Brilliant Friend 2018

“A friendship that defined a lifetime.”

★ 8.1/10 · 236 votes TV-MA Drama 4 seasons · 34 eps Ended

Created by Saverio Costanzo, Elena Ferrante

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What is My Brilliant Friend?

The television series My Brilliant Friend is a story about a significant friendship. The story begins with Elena Greco, an elderly woman, who starts writing about her friendship on her computer.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Ended
Episodes
34
Runtime
57 minutes
First aired
Nov 27, 2018
Last aired
Dec 9, 2024
Original language
IT
Origin
IT
Networks
Rai 1
Genres
Drama
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Overview

The television series My Brilliant Friend is a story about a significant friendship. The story begins with Elena Greco, an elderly woman, who starts writing about her friendship on her computer. The synopsis does not provide information about the sources listed, which appear to be unrelated to the television series. The sources provided are links to various online accounts and services, including Microsoft, MyChart, Google, Social Security, and My Pay. These sources do not offer any details about the television series. The series is based on the story of Elena Greco and her friend, but the sources do not provide any additional information about the plot or characters. The story of their friendship is the central focus of the series, as Elena Greco recounts their experiences. The series explores their relationship through Elena's writing.

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Should you watch it?

“An elderly woman recounts her lifelong friendship with a vanished childhood companion.”

# literary# intimate# nostalgic# dramatic# reflective
Reasons to watch
  • Rich character development spanning decades
  • Beautifully crafted period setting
  • Deep exploration of female friendship
Keep in mind
  • Slow pacing may not suit all viewers
  • Requires investment in complex relationships

you enjoy thoughtful dramas about friendship and memory.

Suitable for mature audiences interested in literary storytelling.

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Cast

Alba Rohrwacher Older Elena (voice)
Anna Rita Vitolo Immacolata Greco
Gaia Girace Lila Cerullo
Margherita Mazzucco Elena Greco
Luca Gallone Vittorio Greco
Alessio Gallo Michele Solara
Francesco Serpico Nino Sarratore
Valentina Acca Nunzia Cerullo
Antonio Buonanno Fernando Cerullo
Eduardo Scarpetta Pasquale Peluso
Pina Di Gennaro Melina Cappuccio
Giovanni Amura Stefano Carracci

Episode guide

Season 1 · 8 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 8 episodes
Season 3 · 8 episodes
Season 4 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this based on a book?

Yes, it's adapted from Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan Novels.

How many seasons are there?

The series has multiple seasons adapting different books.

Where is it set?

Primarily in Naples, Italy, across several decades.

What language is it in?

Originally produced in Italian with subtitles.

Is it a mystery show?

While centered on a disappearance, it's more focused on character relationships.