Fantozzi The Return (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1996, Fantozzi The Return is a comedy film directed by Neri Parenti, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Ugo Fantozzi has been ejected from Heaven and is sent back to Earth for a short period of time until the staff in Heaven can get Fantozzi a place there. Fantozzi goes through a variety of unfortunate experiences, such as rescuing his retro punk granddaughter Uga, and having to pay a vast telephone bill due to frequent chat line conversations. He ends up getting arrested instead of his ex-boss, who was originally charged with corruption. Just as he is about to enjoy the World Cup Final with Italy, he is called back into Heaven. Can he find peace once again?
Who’s in it. Fantozzi The Return stars Paolo Villaggio as Rag. Ugo Fantozzi, Milena Vukotić as Pina Fantozzi, Gigi Reder as Ragionier Filini and Maria Cristina Maccà as Mariangela Fantozzi / Uga, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Fantozzi The Return 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 Fantozzi The Return page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fantozzi The Return tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fantozzi The Return (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fantozzi The Return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fantozzi The Return worth watching?
- Fantozzi The Return holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fantozzi The Return?
- Fantozzi The Return stars Paolo Villaggio, Milena Vukotić, Gigi Reder, Maria Cristina Maccà and Maurizio Mattioli.
- When was Fantozzi The Return released?
- Fantozzi The Return was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.