The City Defends Itself (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1951, The City Defends Itself is a drama and crime film directed by Pietro Germi, running about 77 minutes. “The Sensational Venice Award Winner for the GREATEST ITALIAN FILM OF THE YEAR” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four criminals commit a robbery at a soccer stadium, and then split up to try to hide separately from the police.
Who’s in it. The City Defends Itself stars Gina Lollobrigida as Daniela, Renato Baldini as Paolo Leandri, Cosetta Greco as Lina Girosi - moglie di Luigi and Fausto Tozzi as Luigi Girosi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The City Defends Itself 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 The City Defends Itself page.
If you liked it. Fans of The City Defends Itself tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The City Defends Itself (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The City Defends Itself change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The City Defends Itself worth watching?
- The City Defends Itself holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The City Defends Itself?
- The City Defends Itself stars Gina Lollobrigida, Renato Baldini, Cosetta Greco, Fausto Tozzi and Paul Müller.
- When was The City Defends Itself released?
- The City Defends Itself was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.