The Man Who Laughs (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1966, The Man Who Laughs is a drama film directed by Sergio Corbucci, running about 88 minutes. “If you liked "Scaramouche" you'll love "The Man Who Laughs"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Spectacular adventures of twin brothers, one with a scar which gives him a permanent smile, and their meetings with the Borgias.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Laughs stars Jean Sorel as Angelo Bello / Astorre Manfredi, Lisa Gastoni as Lucrezia Borgia, Ilaria Occhini as Dea and Edmund Purdom as Cesare Borgia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Man Who Laughs 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 Man Who Laughs page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Laughs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Laughs (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Laughs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Who Laughs worth watching?
- The Man Who Laughs holds an audience score of 5.2 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 Man Who Laughs?
- The Man Who Laughs stars Jean Sorel, Lisa Gastoni, Ilaria Occhini, Edmund Purdom and Gino Pernice.
- When was The Man Who Laughs released?
- The Man Who Laughs was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.