Elsa & Fred
2014, English. Directed by Michael Radford.
It's Never Too Late.
After his daughter persuades him to move into a new apartment, aged widower Fred strikes up a friendship with his eccentric 74-year-old neighbour Elsa, who convinces him it's never too late to keep enjoying life. Although he seemed resigned to a miserable bedridden existence, Fred embraces Elsa's youthful enthusiasm as she introduces him to the path of life and entertains him with outlandish stories about her past life. But when he discovers Elsa's terminally ill, Fred decides to accompany her on the trip of her dreams to the eternal city of Rome to help her fulfil a lifelong ambition.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 101 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Elsa & Fred
Elsa & Fred is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 7 March 2014
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Radford, Anna Pavignano
- Budget
- $10M
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What Elsa & Fred is based on
Elsa & Fred is adapted from a movie.
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Elsa & Fred: quick answers
Is Elsa & Fred worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 101 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Elsa & Fred?
Elsa & Fred runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Elsa & Fred have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Elsa & Fred. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Elsa & Fred parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Elsa & Fred is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Elsa & Fred on?
Elsa & Fred is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Howdy in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Elsa & Fred?
If you liked Elsa & Fred, try Café Society, Something's Gotta Give, Chéri.
Who directed Elsa & Fred?
Elsa & Fred (2014) was directed by Michael Radford and stars Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Marcia Gay Harden.
What is Elsa & Fred based on?
Elsa & Fred is adapted from a movie.