South Wind (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1959, South Wind is a drama film directed by Enzo Provenzale, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Antonio Spagara, a young Sicilian worker, has been assigned by the Mafia to murder a nobleman, Marquis Macri. But at the last minute Antonio reneges on his commitment and instead of killing the father, he flees to Palermo with Grazia, his daughter. Life is not a bed of roses in the Sicilian capital, as the young man must impose himself face to his father and his despotic sister Dorotea. To make matters worse, the Mafia is not going to tolerate Antonio's desertion...
Who’s in it. South Wind stars Renato Salvatori as Antonio Spagara, Claudia Cardinale as Grazia Macri, Annibale Ninchi as Marquis Macri and Laura Adani as Baronessa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, South Wind sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch South Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of South Wind tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch South Wind (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for South Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is South Wind worth watching?
- South Wind holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in South Wind?
- South Wind stars Renato Salvatori, Claudia Cardinale, Annibale Ninchi, Laura Adani and Ivo Garrani.
- When was South Wind released?
- South Wind was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.