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The New Monsters (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1977, The New Monsters is a comedy film directed by Mario Monicelli, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. 15 years after the monumental "I mostri" which was a great example of Italian sketch comedy, 3 of the greatest Italian directors ever (Risi, Monicelli, Scola) the best Italian writers ever (Age, Scarpelli) the best Italian actors ever (Tognazzi, Gassmann, Sordi) one of the most beautiful woman in the world (Ornella Muti) participate to this great tribute.

Who’s in it. The New Monsters stars Alberto Sordi as il principe/il figlio/l'attore, Vittorio Gassman as il cardinale/il cameriere/il marito/il commissario/il padre di famiglia, Ugo Tognazzi as il marito/il cuoco/il figlio and Ornella Muti as l'autostoppista/la hostess, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The New Monsters 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 New Monsters page.

If you liked it. Fans of The New Monsters tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The New Monsters (1977)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The New Monsters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The New Monsters worth watching?
The New Monsters holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The New Monsters?
The New Monsters stars Alberto Sordi, Vittorio Gassman, Ugo Tognazzi, Ornella Muti and Eros Pagni.
When was The New Monsters released?
The New Monsters was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.