Calamus (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1976, Calamus is a thriller and drama film directed by Massimo Pirri, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Riccardo, belonging to an upper-middle class family from Puglia, studies religion in a Swiss boarding school. He has an incomplete relationship with his half-sister Stefania, who one day announces his engagement and the next marriage. Riccardo, wearing his cassock below, desperately tries to conquer the now reluctant half-sister.
Who’s in it. Calamus stars Lino Capolicchio as Riccardo, Valeria Moriconi as Stefania, Paola Montenero as Marina and Paola Senatore as Serena, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Calamus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Calamus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Calamus tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Calamus (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Calamus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Calamus worth watching?
- Calamus holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Calamus?
- Calamus stars Lino Capolicchio, Valeria Moriconi, Paola Montenero, Paola Senatore and Raffaele Curi.
- When was Calamus released?
- Calamus was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.