The Magistrate (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1959, The Magistrate is a drama film directed by Luigi Zampa, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Emilia Bonelli is an overly ambitious and driven woman. This dominant personality trait has its effects on her henpecked husband Luigi, and her daughter Carla. Circumstances ultimately lead to the courtroom and an aloof judge in the persona of Andrea Morandi.
Who’s in it. The Magistrate stars José Suárez as Andrea Morandi, François Périer as Luigi Bonelli, Jacqueline Sassard as Carla Bonelli and Massimo Serato as Ugo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Magistrate 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 Magistrate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magistrate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magistrate (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magistrate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magistrate worth watching?
- The Magistrate holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magistrate?
- The Magistrate stars José Suárez, François Périer, Jacqueline Sassard, Massimo Serato and Geronimo Meynier.
- When was The Magistrate released?
- The Magistrate was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.