

Paternal Leave
- Drama
Torn between longing and anger, 15-year-old Leo travels to the coast of northern Italy to meet her biological father. The two are complete strangers to each other. They struggle to find truth, affinity, love and the courage to face themselves.
Paternal Leave is an Italian drama film released on May 15, 2025, following 15-year-old Leo as she travels to the northern Italian coast to meet her biological father for the first time. Navigating the emotional complexity of two strangers discovering each other, the film explores themes of identity, belonging, and self-discovery.
When does Paternal Leave come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
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Available in: Austria · Germany · Spain · Italy
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Available to stream in Italy— but not in United States.
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
No date confirmed for United States yet · Earliest worldwide: Wide release in Italy
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Top cast
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Juli GrabenhenrichLeo
Luca MarinelliPaolo- Arturo GabbrielliniEdoardo
- Joy Falletti CardilloEmilia
- Gaia RinaldiValeria
- Stefano PelloniSinging Man

Trailer
Paternal Leave | Alissa Jung | Juli Grabenhenrich | Luca Marinelli
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Paternal Leave — frequently asked
When was Paternal Leave released?
Paternal Leave was released on May 15, 2025.
What is Paternal Leave about?
The film follows 15-year-old Leo, who travels to the coast of northern Italy to meet her biological father for the first time. Torn between longing and anger, the two strangers struggle to find truth, affinity, love, and the courage to face themselves.
What genre is Paternal Leave?
Paternal Leave is a drama film.









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