The Sicilian (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1987, The Sicilian is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Michael Cimino, running about 116 minutes. “In Sicily, you stand by the law or by the Mafia. Only one man ever dared to stand alone.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Egocentric bandit Salvatore Giuliano fights the Church, the Mafia, and the landed gentry while leading a populist movement for Sicilian independence.
Who’s in it. The Sicilian stars Christophe Lambert as Salvatore Giuliano, Terence Stamp as Prince Borsa, Joss Ackland as Don Masino Croce and John Turturro as Pisciotta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Sicilian has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $5.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on MGM Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sicilian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sicilian tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sicilian (1987)?
- In AU, The Sicilian is available to stream on MGM Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Sicilian worth watching?
- The Sicilian holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sicilian?
- The Sicilian stars Christophe Lambert, Terence Stamp, Joss Ackland, John Turturro and Richard Bauer.