The Working Class Goes to Heaven (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1971, The Working Class Goes to Heaven is a drama film directed by Elio Petri, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. After losing a finger in a work accident, an Italian worker becomes increasingly involved in political and revolutionary groups.
Who’s in it. The Working Class Goes to Heaven stars Gian Maria Volonté as Lulù Massa, Mariangela Melato as Lidia, Salvo Randone as Militina and Gino Pernice as Sindacalista, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Working Class Goes to Heaven has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Working Class Goes to Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Working Class Goes to Heaven tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Working Class Goes to Heaven (1971)?
- In GB, The Working Class Goes to Heaven is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Working Class Goes to Heaven worth watching?
- The Working Class Goes to Heaven holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Working Class Goes to Heaven?
- The Working Class Goes to Heaven stars Gian Maria Volonté, Mariangela Melato, Salvo Randone, Gino Pernice and Luigi Diberti.
- When was The Working Class Goes to Heaven released?
- The Working Class Goes to Heaven was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.