The Man with the Balloons (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1967, The Man with the Balloons is a comedy film directed by Marco Ferreri, running about 85 minutes. “A balloon is like virtue - any moment it can go BANG!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mario is a Milan industrialist who is constantly testing balloons to see how much air one can take before busting.
Who’s in it. The Man with the Balloons stars Marcello Mastroianni as Mario Fuggetta, Catherine Spaak as Giovanna, Ugo Tognazzi as Man With Car and William Berger as Benny, a neighbor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Man with the Balloons 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 Man with the Balloons page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man with the Balloons tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man with the Balloons (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man with the Balloons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man with the Balloons worth watching?
- The Man with the Balloons 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 The Man with the Balloons?
- The Man with the Balloons stars Marcello Mastroianni, Catherine Spaak, Ugo Tognazzi, William Berger and Sarah Ross.
- When was The Man with the Balloons released?
- The Man with the Balloons was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.