Action (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1980, Action is a drama film directed by Tinto Brass, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Bruno is an idealistic hero who questions the meaning of life in this confusing and sometimes hallucinatory erotic drama. After a night in jail, he is gang-raped by punk rockers in a garbage dump. He later saves an old man who believes he is Garibaldi and a woman he believes is Ophelia. Bruno watches helplessly as she later jumps from a window.
Who’s in it. Action stars Luc Merenda as Bruno Martel, Adriana Asti as Florence, Susanna Javicoli as Doris / Ofelia and Paola Senatore as Ann Shimpton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Action has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Action page.
If you liked it. Fans of Action tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Action (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Action change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Action worth watching?
- Action holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Action?
- Action stars Luc Merenda, Adriana Asti, Susanna Javicoli, Paola Senatore and Alberto Sorrentino.
- When was Action released?
- Action was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.