It's a Hard Life (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1964, It's a Hard Life is a comedy film directed by Carlo Lizzani, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Luciano Bianchi lives with his wife and son in the small town of Guastalla. As an intellectual and bibliophile, he works as head of cultural initiatives at a mining plant.
Who’s in it. It's a Hard Life stars Ugo Tognazzi as Luciano Bianchi, Giovanna Ralli as Anna, Rossana Martini as Mara - wife of Luciano and Enzo Jannacci as The ballad singer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, It's a Hard Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It's a Hard Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of It's a Hard Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It's a Hard Life (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It's a Hard Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It's a Hard Life worth watching?
- It's a Hard Life holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in It's a Hard Life?
- It's a Hard Life stars Ugo Tognazzi, Giovanna Ralli, Rossana Martini, Enzo Jannacci and Giampiero Albertini.
- When was It's a Hard Life released?
- It's a Hard Life was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.