The Little War (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1970, The Little War is a comedy and war film directed by Franco Prosperi, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In the confusion of combat, two Italian get separated from their squadron and become hopelessly lost. As they wander the countryside attempting to find their lost comrades, they have to adopt all manner of outrageous disguises to avoid death at the hands of whomever holds the reigns of control.
Who’s in it. The Little War stars Enrico Montesano as Armando Primo, Alighiero Noschese as Sergeant Egisto Brugnoli, Renato De Carmine as Milanese captain and Lino Banfi as Farmer from Bari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Little War has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little War page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little War tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little War (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little War worth watching?
- The Little War holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little War?
- The Little War stars Enrico Montesano, Alighiero Noschese, Renato De Carmine, Lino Banfi and Ignazio Leone.
- When was The Little War released?
- The Little War was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.