Playing the Field (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1974, Playing the Field is a comedy film directed by Luigi Filippo D'Amico, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. A small-time soccer referee gets the chance of a lifetime when he gets to referee a major-league game. He becomes a celebrity and suddenly finds himself having to choose between his future as a referee and the temptations that come his way, especially the women, now.
Who’s in it. Playing the Field stars Lando Buzzanca as Carmelo Lo Cascio, Gabriella Pallotta as Laura, la moglie di Carmelo, Massimo Mollica as Il commendator Armando La Forgia and Joan Collins as Elena Sperani, la giornalista, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Playing the Field has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playing the Field page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing the Field tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing the Field (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing the Field change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing the Field worth watching?
- Playing the Field holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Playing the Field?
- Playing the Field stars Lando Buzzanca, Gabriella Pallotta, Massimo Mollica, Joan Collins and Marisa Solinas.
- When was Playing the Field released?
- Playing the Field was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.