The Big Fake (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2025, The Big Fake is a thriller, crime and drama film directed by Stefano Lodovichi, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Toni Chichiarelli arrives in Rome with the dream of becoming a painter, but his talent leads him elsewhere — from art galleries to state secrets. Between art, crime, and power, his signature ends up everywhere — even in the history of Italy.
Who’s in it. The Big Fake stars Pietro Castellitto as Toni, Giulia Michelini as Donata, Andrea Arcangeli as Don Vittorio and Pierluigi Gigante as Fabione, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Big Fake has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Fake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Fake tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Fake (2025)?
- In US, The Big Fake is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Fake worth watching?
- The Big Fake holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Fake?
- The Big Fake stars Pietro Castellitto, Giulia Michelini, Andrea Arcangeli, Pierluigi Gigante and Aurora Giovinazzo.
- When was The Big Fake released?
- The Big Fake was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.