Scipio the African (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1971, Scipio the African is a comedy and history film directed by Luigi Magni, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Years after the Second Punic War, Scipio Africanus finds himself generally unliked, despite his defeat of Hannibal Barca. He and his brother, Scipio Asiaticus, are accused by Marcus Porcius Cato of the theft of 500 talents intended for Rome.
Who’s in it. Scipio the African stars Marcello Mastroianni as Scipione l'Africano, Ruggero Mastroianni as Scipione l'Asiatico, Turi Ferro as Giove Capitolino and Woody Strode as Massinissa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Scipio the African 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 Scipio the African page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scipio the African tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scipio the African (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scipio the African change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scipio the African worth watching?
- Scipio the African holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Scipio the African?
- Scipio the African stars Marcello Mastroianni, Ruggero Mastroianni, Turi Ferro, Woody Strode and Silvana Mangano.
- When was Scipio the African released?
- Scipio the African was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.