Nonnas (2025): Netflix’s Heartwarming Comedy – Cast, Plot, Release Date & All the Flavorful Details
- Boxofficehype
- Apr 10
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NONNAS | Netflix’s Heartfelt Comedy Brings Love, Loss, and a Lot of Pasta to the Table 🍝🇮🇹
“Some recipes are written in books. Others are written in the heart.”
Coming to Netflix on May 9, 2025, NONNAS is a warm, funny, and deeply moving celebration of food, family, and the power of tradition. Based on a true story, this upcoming comedy stars Vince Vaughn as Joe Scaravella, a man who takes a wild culinary leap — hiring grandmothers from the community to run his Italian restaurant — all to honor the memory of his late mother.
Yes, it’s as deliciously wholesome as it sounds.
🍷 The Story Behind the Sauce
After losing his beloved mother, Joe (Vaughn) finds himself searching for purpose and connection. The answer? A bold idea: opening a Staten Island restaurant with an unexpected twist — the chefs are all nonnas. Real-deal Italian grandmothers, each bringing their own family recipes, life stories, and spicy personalities to the kitchen.
What starts as a chaotic experiment quickly becomes a heartwarming tribute to heritage, love, and the resilience of community. Think Chef meets The Hundred-Foot Journey, sprinkled with plenty of sass and soul.
👵🍝 The Star-Studded Cast
Vince Vaughn as Joe Scaravella – a son on a mission to keep his mother’s memory alive, one meatball at a time.
Susan Sarandon as Gia – a firecracker in the kitchen.
Lorraine Bracco as Roberta – old-school and sharp as a cleaver.
Talia Shire as Teresa – bringing gravitas, warmth, and serious gnocchi game.
Brenda Vaccaro as Antonella – always with a ladle and an opinion.
Linda Cardellini, Drea de Matteo, Joe Manganiello, Michael Rispoli, and Campbell Scott round out a cast full of charm and charisma.
🎬 Behind the Scenes
Directed by Stephen Chbosky (Wonder, The Perks of Being a Wallflower)
Written by Liz Maccie
Cinematography by Florian Ballhaus
Music by Marcelo Zarvos
This is a team that knows how to balance emotional weight with humor — expect both laughs and a few tears (probably while stirring sauce).
🍽️ Why NONNAS Might Be Your Next Netflix Favorite
Based on a true story — Joe Scaravella actually opened a restaurant staffed by nonnas in Staten Island. The real restaurant, Enoteca Maria, became a sensation for its rotating cast of international grandmothers cooking their traditional dishes.
It’s not just about food — it’s about legacy, healing, and the way culture gets passed down across generations.
A Mother's Day release — May 9 is the perfect time to call your mom, book that family dinner, and remember that love is often found in the little things — like a perfect plate of pasta.
📺 Coming May 9, 2025 — Only on Netflix
Whether you're here for the comfort food, the life lessons, or just to see Susan Sarandon and Talia Shire throw shade over simmering saucepans, NONNAS promises a delightful blend of humor and heart.
This spring, Netflix invites you to pull up a chair at Nonna’s table. You’ll leave full — of food and feelings.
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