The Soup (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1981, The Soup is a comedy film directed by Sergio Citti, running about 170 minutes.
What it’s about. Rome, 1960. Four different people meet each other at the Olympics. They follow the games and become friends, talking about their sad lifes.
Who’s in it. The Soup stars Roberto Benigni as Il maestro, Ninetto Davoli as Giovanni, Franco Citti as Francesco and Giorgio Gaber as Il profeta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Soup 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 Soup page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Soup tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Soup (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Soup change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Soup worth watching?
- The Soup 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 Soup?
- The Soup stars Roberto Benigni, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Giorgio Gaber and Daria Nicolodi.
- When was The Soup released?
- The Soup was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 170 minutes.