Lucky Luciano (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1973, Lucky Luciano is a drama and crime film directed by Francesco Rosi, running about 106 minutes. “The real story behind Lucky Luciano, the high priest of crime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lucky Luciano is one of the bosses of the Mafia. He orders the slaughter of 40 other responsibles, therefore becoming the only boss. But a few years later he is put into jail. In 1946, he got a pardon and is sent back to Sicilia. There, he begins becoming one of the chief of the Mafia. The US Army seems to refrain from interfering.
Who’s in it. Lucky Luciano stars Gian Maria Volonté as Charles 'Lucky' Luciano, Edmond O'Brien as Commissioner Harry J. Anslinger, Rod Steiger as Gene Giannini and Vincent Gardenia as Colonel Charles Poletti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Lucky Luciano 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 Lucky Luciano page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lucky Luciano tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lucky Luciano (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lucky Luciano change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lucky Luciano worth watching?
- Lucky Luciano holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lucky Luciano?
- Lucky Luciano stars Gian Maria Volonté, Edmond O'Brien, Rod Steiger, Vincent Gardenia and Charles Cioffi.
- When was Lucky Luciano released?
- Lucky Luciano was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.