Il mio amico Benito (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1962, Il mio amico Benito is a comedy film directed by Giorgio Bianchi, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A clerk has had a picture taken during W.W.I with the future Italian dictator Mussolini and tries to exploit the situation pretending he is a dear friend of his. When he finds out who Mussolini really is he changes his mind and goes back to his bleak life.
Who’s in it. Il mio amico Benito stars Peppino De Filippo as Giuseppe Di Gennaro, Franco Franchi as Terrorista, Ciccio Ingrassia as Terrorista and Mario Carotenuto as Nicolino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Il mio amico Benito has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Il mio amico Benito page.
If you liked it. Fans of Il mio amico Benito tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Il mio amico Benito (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Il mio amico Benito change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Il mio amico Benito worth watching?
- Il mio amico Benito holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Il mio amico Benito?
- Il mio amico Benito stars Peppino De Filippo, Franco Franchi, Ciccio Ingrassia, Mario Carotenuto and Didi Perego.