The Last Four Days (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1974, The Last Four Days is a drama, war and history film directed by Carlo Lizzani, running about 126 minutes. “The true story of the greatest manhunt of the century!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1945, the dictator of fascist Italy and Hitler's close ally Benito Mussolini faces defeat. In a desperate attempt to avoid capture, he tries to flee the country with his lover Claretta Petacci, but Italian partisans are on their tail.
Who’s in it. The Last Four Days stars Rod Steiger as Mussolini, Lisa Gastoni as Claretta Petacci, Franco Nero as Walter Audisio and Henry Fonda as Kardinal Schuster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Last Four Days 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 Last Four Days page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Four Days tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Four Days (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Four Days change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Four Days worth watching?
- The Last Four Days holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Four Days?
- The Last Four Days stars Rod Steiger, Lisa Gastoni, Franco Nero, Henry Fonda and Lino Capolicchio.
- When was The Last Four Days released?
- The Last Four Days was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.