Fra' Diavolo (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, Fra' Diavolo is an adventure and history film directed by Luigi Zampa, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. The leader of a band of mountain bandits defending Naples against the French plays a dual role as a police official. Our romantic hero pivots as well between two women, the sister of a royalist and a lady spy.
Who’s in it. Fra' Diavolo stars Enzo Fiermonte as Michele Pezza detto Frà Diavolo, Elsa De Giorgi as Fortunata Consiglio, Laura Nucci as Gabriella Del Prà and Carlo Romano as Tiburzio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Fra' Diavolo 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 Fra' Diavolo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fra' Diavolo tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fra' Diavolo (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fra' Diavolo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fra' Diavolo worth watching?
- Fra' Diavolo holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fra' Diavolo?
- Fra' Diavolo stars Enzo Fiermonte, Elsa De Giorgi, Laura Nucci, Carlo Romano and Cesare Bettarini.
- When was Fra' Diavolo released?
- Fra' Diavolo was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.