Illustrious Corpses (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1976, Illustrious Corpses is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Francesco Rosi, running about 115 minutes.

What it’s about. A detective is assigned to investigate the mysterious murders of some Supreme Court judges.

Who’s in it. Illustrious Corpses stars Lino Ventura as Inspector Amerigo Rogas, Tino Carraro as Chief of Police, Marcel Bozzuffi as The Lazy and Paolo Bonacelli as Dr. Maxia, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Illustrious Corpses has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Illustrious Corpses page.

If you liked it. Fans of Illustrious Corpses tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Illustrious Corpses (1976)?
In US, Illustrious Corpses is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Illustrious Corpses worth watching?
Illustrious Corpses holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Illustrious Corpses?
Illustrious Corpses stars Lino Ventura, Tino Carraro, Marcel Bozzuffi, Paolo Bonacelli and Alain Cuny.
When was Illustrious Corpses released?
Illustrious Corpses was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.