Cast: Gigi Proietti

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Gigi Proietti. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Brancaleone at the Crusades

1970 · Movie · 116 min. · Italy

Direction Mario Monicelli

Cast Vittorio Gassman · Adolfo Celi · Stefania Sandrelli · Beba Loncar

Synopsis Brancaleone at the Crusades (1970) follows the comedic adventures of a medieval hero on his journey to the Holy Land during the Crusades. This sequel to "L'Armata Brancaleone" (1966) is filled with the most outrageous and hilarious escapades. Our hero...

6.8

292 votes

6.8

292 votes

Saint Philip Neri (TV Miniseries)

2010 · Series · 219 min. · Italy

Direction Giacomo Campiotti

Cast Gigi Proietti · Roberto Citran · Francesco Grifoni · Sebastiano Lo Monaco

Synopsis Saint Philip Neri (TV Miniseries) (2010) is a captivating two-episode miniseries that delves into the life of St. Philip Neri, a man known for his joyful spirit and profound impact on the Catholic Church. Born in Florence in 1515, St....

6.6

245 votes

6.6

245 votes

Property Is No Longer a Theft

1973 · Movie · 114 min. · Italy

Direction Elio Petri

Cast Ugo Tognazzi · Flavio Bucci · Daria Nicolodi · Gigi Proietti

Synopsis Property Is No Longer a Theft (1973) follows the story of a cashier who, due to an unusual allergy to money, becomes increasingly frustrated with his situation. In a bid to shake up the lives of the wealthy, he resolves...

6.6

169 votes

6.6

169 votes

Bubù

1971 · Movie · 97 min. · Italy

Direction Mauro Bolognini

Cast Massimo Ranieri · Ottavia Piccolo · Antonio Falsi · Gigi Proietti

Synopsis Bubù (1971) follows the story of a man who quits his position at a bakery and coerces his girlfriend into engaging in prostitution to support their lifestyle. The young pair navigates the seedy underworld of sex workers and pimps, but...

6.5

196 votes

6.5

196 votes

Febbre da cavallo

1976 · Movie · 90 min. · Italy

Direction Steno

Cast Gigi Proietti · Enrico Montesano · Catherine Spaak · Mario Carotenuto

Synopsis Febbre da cavallo (1976) follows the story of Bruno Fioretti, affectionately called "Mandrake," a habitual gambler who is a regular at the horse racing track in Rome. He is frequently accompanied by his companions Armando Pellicci, nicknamed "Er Pomata" due...

6.5

40 votes

6.5

40 votes

Fellini of the Spirits

2020 · Documentary · 96 min. · Italy

Direction Selma Dell'Olio

Cast Gianfranco Angelucci · Filippo Ascione · Leonetta Bentivoglio · Ermanno Cavazzoni

Synopsis Fellini of the Spirits (2020) is a captivating documentary that celebrates the 100th anniversary of the renowned filmmaker's life. This film delves into his quest for the spiritual, the enigmatic, and the esoteric, utilizing a rich collection of clips and...

6.3

69 votes

6.3

69 votes

The Inheritance

1976 · Movie · 121 min. · Italy

Direction Mauro Bolognini

Cast Anthony Quinn · Fabio Testi · Dominique Sanda · Gigi Proietti

Synopsis The Inheritance (1976) follows the story of a wealthy patriarch, Gregorio Ferramonte, portrayed by Anthony Quinn, who develops an inappropriate attraction towards his new daughter-in-law, played by Dominique Sanda. Initially, Sanda appears to resist Quinn's advances, but she eventually gives...

6.1

299 votes

6.1

299 votes

Beach House

1977 · Movie · 106 min. · Italy

Direction Sergio Citti

Cast Jodie Foster · Mariangela Melato · Michele Placido · Gigi Proietti

Synopsis Beach House (1977) unfolds over a sunny summer Sunday in a beach hut located at Lido di Ostia, near Rome. The narrative weaves together a variety of characters and their unique stories. Among them are a female basketball team, two...

5.8

39 votes

5.8

39 votes

La Tosca

1973 · Movie · 104 min. · Italy

Direction Luigi Magni

Cast Monica Vitti · Gigi Proietti · Umberto Orsini · Vittorio Gassman

Synopsis La Tosca (1973) unfolds in Rome, where a fugitive, Cesare Angelotti, seeks refuge in St. Andrew's Church. Angelotti, a former consul, was condemned to death for his involvement in a rebellion against the oppressive regime. His escape is aided by...

5.5

45 votes

5.5

45 votes

Pinocchio

2019 · Movie · 125 min. · Italy

Direction Matteo Garrone

Cast Federico Ielapi · Roberto Benigni · Gigi Proietti · Rocco Papaleo

Synopsis Pinocchio (2019) is a fresh take on the beloved tale of a wooden marionette named Pinocchio who miraculously gains life. This live-action retelling brings the iconic character to the screen in a new and captivating way, offering a unique perspective...

5.4

2K votes

5.4

2K votes

Lady Liberty

1971 · Movie · 95 min. · Italy

Direction Mario Monicelli

Cast Sophia Loren · William Devane · Gigi Proietti · Beeson Carroll

Synopsis Lady Liberty (1971) follows the romantic journey of Maddalena (Sophia Loren) and Michel (Gigi Proietti) as they navigate the complexities of love and societal constraints in 1960s Italy. Working together at a meat factory amidst a backdrop of worker protests,...

5.4

320 votes

5.4

320 votes

The Appointment

1969 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Sidney Lumet

Cast Omar Sharif · Anouk Aimée · Didi Perego · Fausto Tozzi

Synopsis The Appointment (1969) follows the story of a lawyer, Federico Fendi, who becomes suspicious that his wife, Carla, is leading a secret life as Rome's most expensive escort. As his suspicions grow, Federico delves deeper into Carla's activities, uncovering a...

5.4

72 votes

5.4

72 votes

The Libertine

1968 · Movie · 94 min. · Italy

Direction Pasquale Festa Campanile

Cast Catherine Spaak · Jean-Louis Trintignant · Gigi Proietti · Luigi Pistilli

Synopsis The Libertine (1968) follows the journey of a captivating widow who, upon discovering her late husband's hidden apartment, learns of his infidelities. Driven by a mix of curiosity and a desire for revenge, she decides to use the same apartment...

5.2

30 votes

5.2

30 votes

The Howl

1970 · Movie · 93 min. · Italy

5.2

24 votes

5.2

24 votes

D'Artagnan's Daughter

1994 · Movie · 130 min. · France

Direction Bertrand Tavernier

Cast Sophie Marceau · Philippe Noiret · Claude Rich · Sami Frey

Synopsis D'Artagnan's Daughter (1994) unfolds in the autumn of 1654 in southern France, where Eloise resides in a cloister, having been left there by her renowned father. The young woman is deeply committed to honor, loyalty, compassion for the less fortunate,...

4.7

1K votes

4.7

1K votes

Un'estate al mare

2008 · Movie · 115 min. · Italy

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Meo Patacca

1972 · Movie · 124 min. · Italy

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Io sono Babbo Natale

2021 · Movie · 90 min. · Italy

Direction Edoardo Maria Falcone

Cast Marco Giallini · Gigi Proietti · Barbara Ronchi · Antonio Gerardi

Synopsis Io sono Babbo Natale (2021) follows the unlikely pairing of legendary Italian comedian Gigi Proietti, who takes on the role of Santa Claus, and Marco Giallini, portraying a recently released thief. The two embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery,...

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