Rich and Poor (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1983, Rich and Poor is a comedy and romance film directed by Pasquale Festa Campanile, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Pozzetto is a rich man obsessed by the idea of becoming poor. So, his psychiatric suggests him to leave home and live just like a poor man for some days. He will then become familiar with this way of living, and fear less the idea of becoming poor. So he does, and his old family & friends soon forget about him. They don't miss him at all.

Who’s in it. Rich and Poor stars Renato Pozzetto as Eugenio Ronconi / Eugenio Ragona, Ornella Muti as Marta, Piero Mazzarella as 'Fosforo' Stanislao and Patrizia Fontana as Romina, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Rich and Poor 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 Rich and Poor page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rich and Poor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rich and Poor (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rich and Poor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rich and Poor worth watching?
Rich and Poor holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Rich and Poor?
Rich and Poor stars Renato Pozzetto, Ornella Muti, Piero Mazzarella, Patrizia Fontana and Nanni Svampa.
When was Rich and Poor released?
Rich and Poor was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.