I due orfanelli (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1947, I due orfanelli is a comedy film directed by Mario Mattoli, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In 19th-century France, middle-aged orphans Gasparre and Battista, watchmen at an orphanage, find out from a soothsayer that one of them is the offspring of the Hangman of Paris and the other is the son of a count. But it is only a dream of theirs.
Who’s in it. I due orfanelli stars Totò as Gasparre, Carlo Campanini as Battista, Isa Barzizza as Matilde and Nerio Bernardi as Il duca Filippo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, I due orfanelli 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 I due orfanelli page.
If you liked it. Fans of I due orfanelli tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I due orfanelli (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I due orfanelli change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I due orfanelli worth watching?
- I due orfanelli holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I due orfanelli?
- I due orfanelli stars Totò, Carlo Campanini, Isa Barzizza, Nerio Bernardi and Raymond Bussières.
- When was I due orfanelli released?
- I due orfanelli was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.