The Couples (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1970, The Couples is a comedy film directed by Mario Monicelli, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Three episodes. Episode 1 - The Refrigerator (Monicelli). A married couple of two poor emigrant workers spend almost all their money to buy a refrigerator (a must in the '70s). The purchase is too expensive for their family balance sheet. To earn some money they decide to go for prostitution. The wife is not so unhappy to the perspective. Episode 2 - The Room (Sordi). To celebrate ten years of marriage a couple decides to spend a quick holiday in top luxury hotels in Sardinia. But the fashion luxury VIP world is too hard to enter; they soon will end in prison. Episode 3 - The Lion (De Sica). Two adulterous, Antonio and Giulia, are blocked by a lion, staying on the exit in the place they met. They both have to come back home, but couldn't move because of the lion’s presence. The critical situation soon drives them to their limit, revealing their real essence.
Who’s in it. The Couples stars Alberto Sordi as Giacinto / Antonio, Monica Vitti as Adele / Giulia, Enzo Jannacci as Gavino and Rossana Di Lorenzo as Erminia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Couples 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 Couples page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Couples tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Couples (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Couples change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Couples worth watching?
- The Couples holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Couples?
- The Couples stars Alberto Sordi, Monica Vitti, Enzo Jannacci, Rossana Di Lorenzo and Luigi Bonos.
- When was The Couples released?
- The Couples was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.