Francis the Smuggler (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film

Released in 1953, Francis the Smuggler is an adventure film directed by Gianfranco Parolini, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A smuggler has to skip town at avoid the pursuing police. The he returns, he falls for the daughter of his disapproving boss - and soon he has murder in mind
Who’s in it. Francis the Smuggler stars Doris Duranti as Laila, Roberto Mauri as François, Luigi Tosi as il "Topo" and Amedeo Trilli as il professore, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Francis the Smuggler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Francis the Smuggler 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 Francis the Smuggler (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Francis the Smuggler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Francis the Smuggler?
- Francis the Smuggler stars Doris Duranti, Roberto Mauri, Luigi Tosi, Amedeo Trilli and Paola Borboni.
- When was Francis the Smuggler released?
- Francis the Smuggler was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.