The Swindle (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1977, The Swindle is a comedy and crime film directed by Bruno Corbucci, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A rude Roman policeman Nico Giraldi and an English detective team up in search of a gang that has carried out an enormous fraud against the Lloyd's of London.
Who’s in it. The Swindle stars Tomas Milian as Nico Giraldi, Bombolo as Franco 'Venticello' Bertarelli, David Hemmings as Robert Clayton and Anna Cardini as ragazza nell'inseguimento, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Swindle 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 Swindle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swindle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swindle (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swindle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swindle worth watching?
- The Swindle holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swindle?
- The Swindle stars Tomas Milian, Bombolo, David Hemmings, Anna Cardini and Alberto Farnese.
- When was The Swindle released?
- The Swindle was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.