The Big Night (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1959, The Big Night is a drama film directed by Mauro Bolognini, running about 95 minutes. “The moral bankruptcy of desperate youth brought stunningly, shockingly to the screen...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The exploits of three young Roman criminals are chronicled in this socially conscious drama. The young men commit petty crimes all day begin with arms theft, and culminating with a night with three streetwalkers. After their pleasure, the boys try to cheat the hookers, but they ladies are smarter than that and have stolen their cash ahead of time. It's back to the city for the boys, where they continue their destructive games...
Who’s in it. The Big Night stars Elsa Martinelli as Anna, Laurent Terzieff as Ruggeretto, Rosanna Schiaffino as Rossana and Jean-Claude Brialy as Scintillone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Big Night 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 Big Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Night (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Night worth watching?
- The Big Night holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Night?
- The Big Night stars Elsa Martinelli, Laurent Terzieff, Rosanna Schiaffino, Jean-Claude Brialy and Franco Interlenghi.
- When was The Big Night released?
- The Big Night was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.