The Protagonists (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1968, The Protagonists is a drama film directed by Marcello Fondato, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. An enterprising reporter takes along four willing adventurers to interview and photograph a young Sardinian criminal in hiding. Under intermittent gunfire, they make their way to the mountain hideout of the bandit. After a leisurely conversation and photo session, the encampment comes under fire from a group of armed citizens acting as police. Bullets fly and violence overtakes the criminal's two henchman, as the thrill-seeking group and the wanted criminal find themselves under attack.
Who’s in it. The Protagonists stars Sylva Koscina as Nancy, Jean Sorel as Roberto, Pamela Tiffin as Gabriella and Lou Castel as Taddeu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Protagonists 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 Protagonists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Protagonists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Protagonists (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Protagonists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Protagonists worth watching?
- The Protagonists holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Protagonists?
- The Protagonists stars Sylva Koscina, Jean Sorel, Pamela Tiffin, Lou Castel and Luigi Pistilli.
- When was The Protagonists released?
- The Protagonists was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.