Cake in the Sky (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film

Cake in the Sky poster

Released in 1973, Cake in the Sky is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Lino Del Fra, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. This movie is an adaptation of a book by Rodari, a famous Italian poet and writer of children literature. A group of children in the outskirts of Rome bump into a spaceship that landed nearby. Soon the event draws the attention of the media, the military and rich entrepreneurs. The spaceship is pointed as the evil to fight against by the authorities, and nobody trusts the kids, who on the other hand try to preserve the spaceship (which is actually a harmless space-cake). –IMDb

Who’s in it. Cake in the Sky stars Paolo Villaggio, Gaby André, Didi Perego and Umberto D'Orsi, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cake in the Sky page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cake in the Sky tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cake in the Sky (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cake in the Sky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Cake in the Sky?
Cake in the Sky stars Paolo Villaggio, Gaby André, Didi Perego, Umberto D'Orsi and Fortunato Marsala.
When was Cake in the Sky released?
Cake in the Sky was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.