Man of Straw (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1958, Man of Straw is a drama and romance film directed by Pietro Germi, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Andrea Zaccardi has returned home from hunting. He and his wife Luisa are very close. Their young son Giulio develops a cough. The doctor recommends the seaside. Luisa leaves with Giulio for several weeks. Andrea stays to work at the metal shop.
Who’s in it. Man of Straw stars Pietro Germi as Andrea, Franca Bettoia as Rita, Luisa Della Noce as Luisa and Edoardo Nevola as Giulio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Man of Straw 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 Man of Straw page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man of Straw tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man of Straw (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man of Straw change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man of Straw worth watching?
- Man of Straw holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man of Straw?
- Man of Straw stars Pietro Germi, Franca Bettoia, Luisa Della Noce, Edoardo Nevola and Saro Urzì.
- When was Man of Straw released?
- Man of Straw was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.